For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,284 students in 48125, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48125, MI are Polk Elementary School, Bedford School and Oakley W Best Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48125 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48125, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48125, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Polk Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4651 Polk St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-0500
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-0500
Grades: PK-5
| 360 students
Rank: #22.
Bedford School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4650 Croissant St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-4100
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-4100
Grades: PK-5
| 426 students
Rank: #33.
Oakley W Best Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
22201 Powers Ave
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-3200
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-3200
Grades: 6-8
| 574 students
Rank: #44.
Pardee School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4650 Pardee Ave
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-5600
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 360 students
Rank: #55.
Thorne Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25251 Annapolis St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 292-1600
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 292-1600
Grades: PK-6
| 564 students
48125, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
27280 Powers Avenue
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 295-5790
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 295-5790
Grades: 2-6
| 134 students
4950 Madison St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 292-2883
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 292-2883
Grades: PK-5
| 285 students
4950 Madison St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-1000
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-1000
Grades: PK
| n/a students
3601 Janet
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 565-2362
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 565-2362
Grades: 9-12
| 221 students
25251 Annapolis St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 292-1691
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 292-1691
Grades: PK
| n/a students
3601 Janet St.
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 565-0288
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 565-0288
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48125, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48125, MI include Polk Elementary School, Bedford School and Oakley W Best Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48125?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48125.
What is the racial composition of students in 48125?
48125 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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