For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,278 students in 48185, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48185, MI are Wildwood Elementary School and Universal Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48185 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48185, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48185, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 N Wildwood St
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2790
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2790
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Universal Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28015 Joy Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 402-5900
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 402-5900
Gr: PK-12 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
48185, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kaselemis Center (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
8100 North Hubbard St
Westland, MI 48185
(313) 533-4602
Westland, MI 48185
(313) 533-4602
Gr: 9-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
8100 Hubbard Street
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2760
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2760
Gr: K-6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
6420 North Newburgh Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2740
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2740
Gr: K-5
Stottlemyer Early Childhood Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
34801 Marquette St
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2645
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2645
Gr: PK
4825 Dancy
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 721-5515
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 721-5515
Gr: K-4 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
W Wayne Skill Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
8075 Ritz Ave
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2810
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2810
Gr: 12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Walter P. Reuther Psychiatric Hospital (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
30901 Palmer Road
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 367-8600
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 367-8600
Gr: Inquire with school | 6 students Minority enrollment: 83%
William Ford Careertech Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
36455 Marquette St
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2106
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2106
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48185, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48185, MI include Wildwood Elementary School and Universal Learning Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 48185?
2 public preschools are located in 48185.
What is the racial composition of students in 48185?
48185 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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