For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,419 students in 48239, MI (there are , serving 309 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 48239, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48239, MI are Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, Fisher Elementary School and Jane Addams Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48239 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48239, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48239, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
26555 Westfield
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-2330
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-2330
Grades: PK-5
| 272 students
Rank: #22.
Fisher Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10000 Crosley
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-2455
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-2455
Grades: PK-5
| 333 students
Rank: #33.
Jane Addams Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14025 Berwyn
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-8064
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-8064
Grades: PK-5
| 276 students
Rank: #44.
Vandenberg Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
24901 Cathedral
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-0300
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-0300
Grades: PK-5
| 276 students
Rank: #55.
Westfield Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
27201 W Chicago
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 625-3030
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 625-3030
Grades: K-6
| 698 students
Rank: #66.
John D Pierce Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25605 Orangelawn
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-8880
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-8880
Grades: 6-8
| 586 students
Rank: #77.
Lee M Thurston High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26255 Schoolcraft
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-0600
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-0600
Grades: 9-12
| 867 students
Rank: #88.
Westfield Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
23750 Elmira
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 778-7990
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 778-7990
Grades: 7-12
| 846 students
Rank: #99.
Soar Academic Institute
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
26141 Schoolcraft
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Grades: 6-12
| 169 students
Rank: #1010.
Washingtonparks Academy
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11685 Appleton
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-6061
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-6061
Grades: K-8
| 604 students
Rank: #1111.
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7635 Chatham
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 274-8560
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 274-8560
Grades: 2-8
| 102 students
Rank: n/an/a
26440 Puritan
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3801
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3801
Grades: PK-6
| 390 students
48239, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15995 Delaware Ave
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3600
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3600
Grades: 2-5
| 410 students
23750 Elmira
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
23750 Elmira St
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Grades: 6-12
| 284 students
15100 Aubrey
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-3351
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-3351
Grades: 1-3
| 86 students
Shear Early Childhood Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
26141 Schoolcraft
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48239, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48239, MI include Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, Fisher Elementary School and Jane Addams Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48239?
12 public schools are located in 48239.
What percentage of students in 48239 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48239 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48239?
48239 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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