For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 294 students in 48217, MI.
The top ranked public school in 48217, MI is Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 48217 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48217, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48217, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12800 Visger St
Detroit, MI 48217
(313) 386-5530
Detroit, MI 48217
(313) 386-5530
Gr: PK-8 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
48217, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
12800 Visger Street
Detroit, MI 48217
(313) 386-5530
Detroit, MI 48217
(313) 386-5530
Gr: K-8 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48217, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48217, MI include Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School.
How many public schools are located in 48217?
1 public schools are located in 48217.
What is the racial composition of students in 48217?
48217 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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