For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,019 students in 48195, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48195, MI are Allen Elementary School, Shelters Elementary School and Creative Montessori Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48195 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48195, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48195, MI Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Allen Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16500 Mccann St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4644
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4644
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Shelters Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12600 Fordline St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4631
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4631
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Creative Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15100 Northline Rd
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 284-5600
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 284-5600
Gr: PK-8 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Grogan Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13300 Burns St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4642
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4642
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Fordline Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14775 Fordline St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4640
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4640
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
48195, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
15500 Howard St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4650
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4650
Gr: PK-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
12601 Mccann St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4623
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4623
Gr: 6-7 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Sp Ed - Transitions Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
14685 Northline Rd
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4619
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4619
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48195, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48195, MI include Allen Elementary School, Shelters Elementary School and Creative Montessori Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 48195?
5 public preschools are located in 48195.
What is the racial composition of students in 48195?
48195 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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