For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 937 students in 48314, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48314, MI are Dresden Elementary School and Burr Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48314 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48314, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48314, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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%
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 elementary schools in 48314, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48314, MI include Dresden Elementary School and Burr Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48314?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48314.
What is the racial composition of students in 48314?
48314 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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