For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,071 students in 48228, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48228, MI are Gardner Elementary School, Mann Learning Community and Dixon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48228 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48228, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48228, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gardner Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6528 Mansfield St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 581-4615
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 581-4615
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Mann Learning Community
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19625 Elmira St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9580
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9580
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #33.
Dixon Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Trinity St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 947-1330
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 947-1330
Gr: PK-8 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Carver Stem Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18701 Paul St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 240-6622
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 240-6622
Gr: PK-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Henderson Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16101 W Chicago St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0512
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0512
Gr: PK-8 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
48228, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
18445 Cathedral St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Gr: 9-11 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
18445 Cathedral St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-6612
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-6612
Gr: 9-12
18445 Cathedral St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Gr: 9-12
18445 Cathedral St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Gr: 8-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
16101 W Chicago
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0512
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0512
Gr: 5-8 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Hazel Park Empowerment Alternative School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
19321 West Chicago
Detroit, MI 48228
(248) 658-5600
Detroit, MI 48228
(248) 658-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
16400 Tireman Street
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 584-5525
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 584-5525
Gr: PK-12 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
16400 Tireman St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 584-5525
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 584-5525
Gr: PK-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
20220 Tireman Street
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 846-5533
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 846-5533
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
8401 Trinity St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-1330
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-1330
Gr: K-8
18600 Wadsworth Street
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0670
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0670
Gr: PK-5 | 154 students Minority enrollment: 99%
15000 Mackenzie Street
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-0702
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-0702
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students
20500 Wadsworth Street
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0740
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0740
Gr: K-5 | 144 students
9331 Grandville
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 835-8410
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 835-8410
Gr: 7-10 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48228, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48228, MI include Gardner Elementary School, Mann Learning Community and Dixon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48228?
5 public preschools are located in 48228.
What is the racial composition of students in 48228?
48228 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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