For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,393 students in 48219, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48219, MI are Charles Wright Academy Of Arts And Science, Old Redford Academy Elementary School and Emerson Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48219 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48219, 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 48219, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles Wright Academy Of Arts And Science
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19299 Berg Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 538-3024
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 538-3024
Gr: PK-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Old Redford Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17195 Redford St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 532-7510
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 532-7510
Gr: PK-4 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #33.
Emerson Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18240 Huntington Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 831-9688
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 831-9688
Gr: PK-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21605 W 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 541-7619
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 541-7619
Gr: PK-8 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: n/an/a
David Ellis Academy Pk
Charter School
23500 W 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 927-5395
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 927-5395
Gr: PK-K
48219, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
African Heritage Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
21511 W. Mcnichols
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-2357
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-2357
Gr: 2-12 | 21 students
18401 West Mcnichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 537-9400
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 537-9400
Gr: K-8 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
24601 Frisbee Street
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7601
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7601
Gr: K-8 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
19900 Mcintyre Street
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7451
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7451
Gr: PK-6 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 96%
16745 Lamphere Street
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7615
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7615
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
19501 Berg Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7577
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7577
Gr: 5-8 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
23700 Clarita Street
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7626
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7626
Gr: K-5 | 114 students Minority enrollment: 95%
24325 Bennett Street
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7591
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7591
Gr: K-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
19900 Evergreen Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 538-4927
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 538-4927
Gr: PK-1 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Millennium School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
21511 W. Mcnichols
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-1075
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-1075
Gr: 9-12 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
19176 Northrop St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 531-3720
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 531-3720
Gr: PK-9 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
17226 Redford Avenue
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 653-3888
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 653-3888
Gr: 6-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
19779 Stahelin Avenue
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7471
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7471
Gr: PK-6 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
21431 Grand River Avenue
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7500
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7500
Gr: 2-12 | 1,451 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Turning Point High School (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
20000 Evergreen Road
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 683-8342
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 683-8342
Gr: 9-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
16161 Winston Avenue
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7597
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7597
Gr: PK-5 | 179 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48219, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48219, MI include Charles Wright Academy Of Arts And Science, Old Redford Academy Elementary School and Emerson Elementarymiddle School.
How many public preschools are located in 48219?
5 public preschools are located in 48219.
What is the racial composition of students in 48219?
48219 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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