Best Public Preschools in 48238 (Detroit, MI) (2025-26)

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Best 48238 Michigan Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,187 students in 48238, MI.

The top-ranked public preschools in 48238, MI are Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, Joy Preparatory Academy and Noble Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public preschools in zipcode 48238 have an score of 13% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and score of 16% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48238, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).

Best 48238, MI Public Preschools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Thurgood Marshall Elementary School

(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
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15531 Linwood St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-8820

Gr: PK-8 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Rank: #22.

Joy Preparatory Academy

Charter School

(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
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15055 Dexter Ave
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 340-0023

Gr: PK-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1

Rank: #33.

Noble Elementarymiddle School

(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
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8646 Fullerton St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-0377

Gr: PK-8 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 48238 Michigan

48238, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Andrew Young Early College Academy (Closed 2014)

8100 West Davison
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 646-9053

Gr: 6-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1

Arts In Academics Academy (Closed 2004)

2200 Ewald Circle
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 866-0605

Gr: PK-6 | 169 students

Clinton Elementary School (Closed 2010)

8145 Chalfonte Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-5705

Gr: K-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Commonwealth Middle Academy (Closed 2005)

8735 Schoolcraft Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 933-1535

Gr: 5-8 | 324 students Minority enrollment: 99%

Detroit City High School (Closed 2011)

13141 Rosa Parks Blvd
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 596-0010

Gr: K-12

Dps Foundation For Early Learners Glazer (Closed 2018)

2001 La Belle St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-6810

Fitzgerald Elementary School (Closed 2012)

8145 Puritan St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-3830

Gr: K-8

Glazer Elementary School (Closed 2023)

2001 La Belle St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1500

Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1

Hancock Elementary School (Closed 2012)

2200 Ewald Circle
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 454-3268

Gr: K-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1

Longfellow Middle School (Closed 2008)

13141 Rosa Parks Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1575

Gr: 6-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1

Macculloch Elementary School (Closed 2008)

13120 Wildemere Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 252-3050

Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Post Middle School (Closed 2007)

8200 Midland Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-7322

Gr: 6-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1

Stewart Academy (Closed 2023)

13120 Wildemere St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1450

Gr: K-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1

Turner Elementary School (Closed 2005)

14900 Parkside Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-3944

Gr: PK-4 | 8 students

Twin Beach Elementary School (Closed 2023)

2701 Fenkell Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-8100

Gr: PK-8 | 1,095 student Student-teacher ratio: 31:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48238, MI?

The top-ranked public preschools in 48238, MI include Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, Joy Preparatory Academy and Noble Elementarymiddle School.

How many public preschools are located in 48238?

3 public preschools are located in 48238.

What is the racial composition of students in 48238?

48238 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).