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Best 48238 Michigan Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,187 students in 48238, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48238, MI are Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, Joy Preparatory Academy and Noble Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48238 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48238, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).

Best 48238, MI Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
15531 Linwood St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-8820
Gr: PK-8 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Joy Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
15055 Dexter Ave
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 340-0023
Gr: PK-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #33.
Noble Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
8646 Fullerton St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-0377
Gr: PK-8 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 48238 Michigan

48238, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Andrew Young Early College Academy (Closed 2014)
8100 West Davison
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 646-9053
Gr: 6-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Arts In Academics Academy (Closed 2004)
2200 Ewald Circle
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 866-0605
Gr: PK-6 | 169 students
Clinton Elementary School (Closed 2010)
8145 Chalfonte Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-5705
Gr: K-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Commonwealth Middle Academy (Closed 2005)
8735 Schoolcraft Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 933-1535
Gr: 5-8 | 324 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Detroit City High School (Closed 2011)
13141 Rosa Parks Blvd
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 596-0010
Gr: K-12
Dps Foundation For Early Learners Glazer (Closed 2018)
2001 La Belle St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-6810
Fitzgerald Elementary School (Closed 2012)
8145 Puritan St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-3830
Gr: K-8
Glazer Elementary School (Closed 2023)
2001 La Belle St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1500
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Hancock Elementary School (Closed 2012)
2200 Ewald Circle
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 454-3268
Gr: K-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Longfellow Middle School (Closed 2008)
13141 Rosa Parks Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1575
Gr: 6-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Macculloch Elementary School (Closed 2008)
13120 Wildemere Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 252-3050
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Post Middle School (Closed 2007)
8200 Midland Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-7322
Gr: 6-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Stewart Academy (Closed 2023)
13120 Wildemere St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1450
Gr: K-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1
Turner Elementary School (Closed 2005)
14900 Parkside Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-3944
Gr: PK-4 | 8 students
Twin Beach Elementary School (Closed 2023)
2701 Fenkell Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-8100
Gr: PK-8 | 1,095 student Student-teacher ratio: 31:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48238, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48238, MI include Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, Joy Preparatory Academy and Noble Elementarymiddle School.
How many public preschools are located in 48238?
3 public preschools are located in 48238.
What is the racial composition of students in 48238?
48238 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).

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