For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,255 students in 48205, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48205, MI are Trix Academy, Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts and Brewer Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48205 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 7% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48205, 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 41% (majority Black).
Best 48205, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Trix Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20045 Joann St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 426-1020
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 426-1020
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18440 Hoover St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-6700
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-6700
Gr: PK-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Brewer Academy
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18025 Brock St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0404
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0404
Gr: PK-8 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Fisher Magnet Academy
Magnet School
15510 E State Fair St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 642-4854
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 642-4854
Gr: PK-8 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48205, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48205, MI include Trix Academy, Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts and Brewer Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 48205?
4 public preschools are located in 48205.
What is the racial composition of students in 48205?
48205 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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