For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 591 students in 48201, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48201, MI are Edmonson Montessori and Spain Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48201 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48201, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48201, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edmonson Montessori
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 W Canfield St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 873-7441
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 873-7441
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Spain Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Beaubien St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2081
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2081
Gr: PK-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
48201, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4707 St. Antoine Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 656-2600
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 656-2600
Gr: 5-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
3500 John R St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 202-6082
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 202-6082
Gr: 4-12
Crockett Career And Technical Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
571 Mack Ave
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-1805
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-1805
Gr: 9-12
3420 Cass
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2396
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2396
Gr: PK-K | 163 students
Detroit Behavioral Institute (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
4707 Saint Antoine St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 576-5008
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 576-5008
Gr: 6-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Detroit Day School For The Deaf (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
4555 John C Lodge Fwy
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-1803
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-1803
Gr: PK-8 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
3550 John C Lodge Fwy
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 638-1444
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 638-1444
Gr: 9-12
3550 Lodge Service Drive
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2219
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2219
Gr: PK-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1300 W Canfield St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 873-6810
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 873-6810
Gr: PK
950 Selden St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 262-6861
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 262-6861
Gr: PK-12 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
1300 West Canfield St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 228-0910
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 228-0910
Gr: PK-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Poe Developmental School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1200 W. Canfield Street
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2247
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2247
Gr: Inquire with school | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48201, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48201, MI include Edmonson Montessori and Spain Elementarymiddle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48201?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48201.
What is the racial composition of students in 48201?
48201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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