For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,531 students in 48216, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48216, MI are Escuela Avancemos, Munger Elementarymiddle School and Detroit Safety Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
elementary schools in zipcode 48216 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48216, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48216, MI Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Escuela Avancemos
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2635 Howard St
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 596-0079
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 596-0079
Grades: K-8
| 422 students
Rank: #22.
Munger Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Martin St
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 873-0655
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 873-0655
Grades: PK-8
| 933 students
Rank: #33.
Detroit Safety Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1250 Rosa Parks Blvd
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 965-6916
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 965-6916
Grades: 6-12
| 176 students
48216, Michigan Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2635 Howard St
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 963-7757
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 963-7757
Grades: 9-12
| 63 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48216, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48216, MI include Escuela Avancemos, Munger Elementarymiddle School and Detroit Safety Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48216?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48216.
What is the racial composition of students in 48216?
48216 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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