For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 903 students in 48045, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48045, MI are Donald J Yacks Elementary School, Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School and Marie C Graham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48045 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48045, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48045, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Donald J Yacks Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
34700 Union Lake Rd
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 493-5630
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 493-5630
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
38495 Prentiss St
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6450
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6450
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Marie C Graham Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25555 Crocker Blvd
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6460
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6460
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
48045, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
27155 Lanse Creuse St
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6323
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6323
Gr: PK
Lakeside Alternative Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
27041 L'anse Creuse Road
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6420
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6420
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48045, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48045, MI include Donald J Yacks Elementary School, Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School and Marie C Graham Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48045?
3 public preschools are located in 48045.
What is the racial composition of students in 48045?
48045 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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