For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,854 students in 48221, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48221, MI are Bates Academy, Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology and Pasteur Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48221 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48221, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48221, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bates Academy
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19701 Wyoming St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7000
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7000
Gr: PK-8 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8100 Curtis St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7175
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7175
Gr: PK-6 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #33.
Pasteur Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19811 Stoepel St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7314
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7314
Gr: PK-6 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Schulze Academy For Technology And Arts
(Math: 7% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10700 Santa Maria St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 340-4400
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 340-4400
Gr: PK-8 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #55.
Palmer Park Preparatory Academy
(Math: 7% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3901 Margareta St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7300
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7300
Gr: PK-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Macdowell Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4201 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-8141
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-8141
Gr: PK-8 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48221, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48221, MI include Bates Academy, Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology and Pasteur Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48221?
6 public preschools are located in 48221.
What is the racial composition of students in 48221?
48221 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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