For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,095 students in 48206, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 48206, MI are Thirkell Elementarymiddle School and Durfee Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48206 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48206, 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 39% (majority Black).
Best 48206, MI Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thirkell Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7724 14th St
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 596-0990
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 596-0990
Gr: PK-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Durfee Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2425 Tuxedo St
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 252-3070
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 252-3070
Gr: PK-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
48206, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2920 Joy Road
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 596-0144
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 596-0144
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Crosman Alternative High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
8820 Woodrow Wilson St
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 873-1560
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 873-1560
Gr: 9-12
Crosman Alternative Middle-high School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
8820 Woodrow Wilson
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 873-1550
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 873-1550
Gr: 7-12
2900 West Philadelphia St
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 596-0910
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 596-0910
Gr: K-6
Johnson H. Mckinney Day Treatment Center (Closed 2005)
Special Education School
8820 Woodrow Wilson St
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 873-0281
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 873-0281
Gr: 9-12
Tredco-patch (Tried Stone Church) (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1550 Taylor Ave
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 871-1878
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 871-1878
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48206, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48206, MI include Thirkell Elementarymiddle School and Durfee Elementarymiddle School.
How many public preschools are located in 48206?
2 public preschools are located in 48206.
What is the racial composition of students in 48206?
48206 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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