For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,232 students in 48146, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48146, MI are Hoover School, Max Paun School and Earl F Carr School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48146 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48146, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48146, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Hoover School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3750 Howard St
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0207
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0207
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Max Paun School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2821 Bailey Ave
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0218
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0218
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Earl F Carr School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3901 Ferris Ave
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0230
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0230
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Keppen School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
661 Mill St
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0232
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0232
Gr: PK-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
James Foote School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3250 Abbott Ave
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0216
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0216
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
Raupp School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1351 Ethel Ave
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0226
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0226
Gr: PK-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Lafayette School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1360 Lafayette Blvd
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0224
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 389-0224
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48146, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48146, MI include Hoover School, Max Paun School and Earl F Carr School.
How many public preschools are located in 48146?
7 public preschools are located in 48146.
What is the racial composition of students in 48146?
48146 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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