For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,378 students in 48040, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48040, MI are Gardens Elementary School, Morton Elementary School and Woodland Developmental Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48040 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48040, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48040, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1076 6th St
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7141
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7141
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Morton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
920 Lynwood St
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-2990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-2990
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Woodland Developmental Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: PK-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
905 16th St
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7101
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7101
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48040, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48040, MI include Gardens Elementary School, Morton Elementary School and Woodland Developmental Center.
How many public preschools are located in 48040?
4 public preschools are located in 48040.
What is the racial composition of students in 48040?
48040 public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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