For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,389 students in 48116, MI (there are , serving 881 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 48116, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48116, MI are Hornung Elementary School, Hawkins Elementary School and Maltby Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48116 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48116, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48116, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hornung Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4680 Bauer Rd
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-4450
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-4450
Gr: K-4 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Hawkins Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8900 Lee Rd
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-3900
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-3900
Gr: K-4 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Maltby Intermediate School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4740 Bauer Rd
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-3600
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-3600
Gr: 5-6 | 843 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Brighton High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7878 Brighton Rd
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-4100
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-4100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,901 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Charyl Stockwell Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1032 Karl Greimel Dr
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 225-9940
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 225-9940
Gr: 9-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Scranton Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8415 Maltby Rd
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-3700
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-3700
Gr: 7-8 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #77.
Charyl Stockwell Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1021 Karl Greimel Dr
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 632-2200
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 632-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #88.
Bridge Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
125 S Church St
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-4046
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-4046
Gr: 9-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
48116, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
850 Spencer Road
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-3800
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 299-3800
Gr: K | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Wsc Academy - Brighton Campus (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
10355 Citation Dr
Brighton, MI 48116
(734) 794-0218
Brighton, MI 48116
(734) 794-0218
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48116, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48116, MI include Hornung Elementary School, Hawkins Elementary School and Maltby Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 48116?
9 public schools are located in 48116.
What percentage of students in 48116 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 48116 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48116?
48116 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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