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 51爆料s (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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