For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 823 students in 48208, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48208, MI are Burton International Academy and George Crockett Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48208 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48208, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48208, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burton International Academy
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Martin Luther King Jr Blv
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3800
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3800
Gr: PK-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
George Crockett Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4851 14th St
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 896-6078
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 896-6078
Gr: PK-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48208, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48208, MI include Burton International Academy and George Crockett Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 48208?
2 public preschools are located in 48208.
What is the racial composition of students in 48208?
48208 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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