For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,447 students in 48224, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48224, MI are Carleton Elementary School, Wayne Elementary School and Ronald Brown Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48224 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48224, 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 48224, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carleton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11724 Casino St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-8322
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-8322
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Wayne Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10633 Courville St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-0400
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-0400
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Ronald Brown Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11530 E Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-2611
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-2611
Gr: PK-8 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48224, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48224, MI include Carleton Elementary School, Wayne Elementary School and Ronald Brown Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 48224?
3 public preschools are located in 48224.
What is the racial composition of students in 48224?
48224 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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