For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,032 students in 48203, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48203, MI are George Washington Carver Elementary School, Barber Elementary School and Nolan Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48203 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48203, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48203, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Washington Carver Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14510 2nd Ave
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 865-6024
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 865-6024
Gr: PK-4 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Barber Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
45 E Buena Vista St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(614) 623-5345
Highland Park, MI 48203
(614) 623-5345
Gr: PK-8 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 121:1
Rank: #33.
Nolan Elementarymiddle School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1150 E Lantz St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-7730
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-7730
Gr: PK-8 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48203, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48203, MI include George Washington Carver Elementary School, Barber Elementary School and Nolan Elementarymiddle School.
How many public preschools are located in 48203?
3 public preschools are located in 48203.
What is the racial composition of students in 48203?
48203 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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