For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 6,032 students in 48038, MI (there are , serving 67 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 48038, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48038, MI are International Academy Of Macomb, Huron Elementary School and Cherokee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48038 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48038, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48038, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
International Academy Of Macomb
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
42755 Romeo Plank Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-7200
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 459 students
Rank: #22.
Huron Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15800 Terra Bella St
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-5800
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 509 students
Rank: #33.
Cherokee Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
42900 Rivergate Dr
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-4800
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-4800
Grades: PK-5
| 544 students
Rank: #44.
Wyandot Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
39490 Garfield Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-4202
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-4202
Grades: 6-8
| 843 students
Rank: #55.
Erie Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
42276 Romeo Plank Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-5400
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-5400
Grades: PK-5
| 451 students
Rank: #66.
Chippewa Valley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18300 19 Mile Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-2300
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-2300
Grades: 9-12
| 2,208 students
Rank: #77.
Miami Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
41290 Kentvale Dr
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-6000
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-6000
Grades: PK-5
| 479 students
Rank: #88.
Dianne M Pellerin Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24001 F V Pankow Blvd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 783-6420
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 783-6420
Grades: 9-12
| 242 students
Rank: #99.
Chippewa Valley Adult And Mohegan Alt Education
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19230 Cass Ave
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-2080
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-2080
Grades: 9-12
| 137 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lutz School For Work Experience
Special Education School
19600 Cass Ave
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 286-0230
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 286-0230
Grades: Inquire with school
| 122 students
Rank: n/an/a
Macomb Academy
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
39092 Garfield Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-2201
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-2201
Grades: 12
| 38 students
Rank: n/an/a
Macomb Mipp Center
Special Education School
44001 Garfield Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-3320
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-3320
Grades: PK
| n/a students
48038, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Great Parents Great Start (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
44001 Garfield Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-3840
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-3840
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48038, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48038, MI include International Academy Of Macomb, Huron Elementary School and Cherokee Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48038?
12 public schools are located in 48038.
What percentage of students in 48038 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 48038 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48038?
48038 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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