For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,560 students in 48234, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48234, MI are Legacy Charter Academy, Marion Law Academy and Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48234 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48234, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48234, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Legacy Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4900 E Hildale St
Detroit, MI 48234
(877) 223-6402
Detroit, MI 48234
(877) 223-6402
Gr: K-8 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #22.
Marion Law Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19411 Cliff St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3400
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3400
Gr: PK-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6861 E Nevada St
Detroit, MI 48234
(734) 812-8583
Detroit, MI 48234
(734) 812-8583
Gr: K-12 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 48:1
Rank: #44.
Mason Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19955 Fenelon St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3600
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3600
Gr: PK-8 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Dove Academy Of Detroit
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20001 Wexford St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 366-9110
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 366-9110
Gr: PK-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
48234, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4900 E. Hilldale Street
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-7770
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-7770
Gr: K-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
18040 St. Aubin Street
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3000
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3000
Gr: PK-6 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
18875 Ryan Rd
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-4068
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-4068
Gr: 9-12
19490 Carrie
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-6040
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-6040
Gr: PK-5 | 49 students
19955 Fenelon St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3702
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3702
Gr: PK-8 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
19955 Fenelon St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3702
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3702
Gr: 5-8 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
7479 Stockton Street
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-2629
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-2629
Gr: K-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
7601 Palmetto Street
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-4400
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students
8085 Doyle Street
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3830
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3830
Gr: PK-6 | 248 students Minority enrollment: 99%
2915 East Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 368-8444
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 368-8444
Gr: K-4 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
7616 East Nevada St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 365-5578
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 365-5578
Gr: 9-12 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
7616 East Nevada St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 365-5578
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 365-5578
Gr: 6-8 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48234, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48234, MI include Legacy Charter Academy, Marion Law Academy and Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48234?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48234.
What is the racial composition of students in 48234?
48234 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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