For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,746 students in 48033, MI (there are , serving 71 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 48033, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48033, MI are Laurus Academy, Morris Adler Elementary School and Glenn W Levey Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48033 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48033, 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 48033, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurus Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24590 Lahser Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 799-8401
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 799-8401
Gr: K-8 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1
Rank: #22.
Morris Adler Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
24500 Larkins St
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8872
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8872
Gr: K-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Glenn W Levey Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25300 W 9 Mile Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8740
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8740
Gr: 6-8 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Crescent Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25175 Code Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 281-6471
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 281-6471
Gr: 2-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Southfield High School For The Arts And Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24675 Lahser Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8606
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8606
Gr: 9-12 | 1,190 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Bradford Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24218 Garner St
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 351-0000
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 351-0000
Gr: PK-12 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
48033, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
24675 Lahser Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8601
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8601
Gr: 8-12 | 1,047 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48033, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48033, MI include Laurus Academy, Morris Adler Elementary School and Glenn W Levey Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48033?
6 public schools are located in 48033.
What percentage of students in 48033 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 48033 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48033?
48033 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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