For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,109 students in 48184, MI (there are , serving 156 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 48184, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48184, MI are Wayne Memorial High School, Benjamin Franklin Middle School and Rooseveltmcgrath Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48184 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48184, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48184, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayne Memorial High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3001 4th St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2206
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2206
Gr: 8-12 | 1,379 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
33555 Annapolis St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2402
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2402
Gr: 6-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Rooseveltmcgrath Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
36075 Currier St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2720
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2720
Gr: K-6 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Taftgalloway Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4035 Gloria St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2760
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2760
Gr: K-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Waynewestland Innovative Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5400 4th St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2436
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2436
Gr: 9-12 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
48184, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5400 4th St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2670
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2670
Gr: K-5 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Resa Center Programs (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
33500 Van Born Rd
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 334-1496
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 334-1496
Gr: K-12 | 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48184, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48184, MI include Wayne Memorial High School, Benjamin Franklin Middle School and Rooseveltmcgrath Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48184?
5 public schools are located in 48184.
What percentage of students in 48184 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48184 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48184?
48184 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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