For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,195 students in 48314, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 48314, MI are Dresden Elementary School, Burr Elementary School and Ucs Alternative Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48314 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48314, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48314, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dresden Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11400 Delvin Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(586) 797-4500
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(586) 797-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Burr Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
41460 Ryan Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(586) 797-4100
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(586) 797-4100
Gr: PK-6 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Ucs Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7600 18 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(586) 797-7000
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(586) 797-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
48314, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7600 18 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(586) 797-7000
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(586) 797-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Utica Learning Academy (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
7600 18 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(586) 797-6970
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(586) 797-6970
Gr: 9-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48314, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48314, MI include Dresden Elementary School, Burr Elementary School and Ucs Alternative Learning Center.
How many public schools are located in 48314?
3 public schools are located in 48314.
What is the racial composition of students in 48314?
48314 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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