For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,816 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 12% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (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 41% (majority Black).
Best 48238, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15531 Linwood St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-8820
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-8820
Gr: PK-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Joy Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15055 Dexter Ave
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 340-0023
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 340-0023
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Noble Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8646 Fullerton St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-0377
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-0377
Gr: PK-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8145 Puritan St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-3830
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-3830
Gr: PK-8 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
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?
4 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 41% (majority Black).
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