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, Glenn W Levey Middle School and Morris Adler Elementary 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 9% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), 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
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Laurus Academy
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24590 Lahser Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 799-8401
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 799-8401
Grades: K-8
| 786 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: 6-8
| 351 students
Rank: #33.
Morris Adler Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
24500 Larkins St
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8872
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8872
Grades: K-5
| 335 students
Rank: #44.
Crescent Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25175 Code Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 281-6471
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 281-6471
Grades: 2-5
| 316 students
Rank: #55.
Southfield High School For The Arts And Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24675 Lahser Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8606
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8606
Grades: 9-12
| 1,190 students
Rank: #66.
Bradford Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24218 Garner St
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 351-0000
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 351-0000
Grades: PK-12
| 768 students
48033, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
24500 Larkins St
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8780
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8780
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
24675 Lahser Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8601
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8601
Grades: 8-12
| 1,047 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48033, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48033, MI include Laurus Academy, Glenn W Levey Middle School and Morris Adler Elementary 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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