For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 662 students in 48117, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48117, MI are Loren Eyler Elementary School and Joseph C Sterling Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48117 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48117, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48117, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loren Eyler Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1335 Carleton Rockwood Rd
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-2121
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-2121
Gr: PK-4 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Joseph C Sterling Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
160 Fessner Rd
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-6846
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-6846
Gr: PK-4 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48117, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48117, MI include Loren Eyler Elementary School and Joseph C Sterling Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48117?
2 public preschools are located in 48117.
What is the racial composition of students in 48117?
48117 public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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