For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,457 students in 48317, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 48317, MI are Wiley Elementary School, Flickinger Elementary School and West Utica Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48317 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48317, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48317, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wiley Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
47240 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6700
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6700
Gr: PK-6 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Flickinger Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45400 Vanker Ave
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-4900
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-4900
Gr: PK-6 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
West Utica Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5415 W Utica Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6600
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
48317, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3423 Auburn Road
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-5500
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-5500
Gr: PK-K | 29 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48317, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48317, MI include Wiley Elementary School, Flickinger Elementary School and West Utica Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48317?
3 public preschools are located in 48317.
What is the racial composition of students in 48317?
48317 public preschools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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