For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,733 students in 48042, MI (there are , serving 1,303 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 48042, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48042, MI are Sequoyah Elementary School, Beck Centennial Elementary School and Middle School North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 48042 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48042, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48042, MI ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sequoyah Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18500 24 Mile Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 723-7000
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 723-7000
Grades: PK-5
| 517 students
Rank: #22.
Beck Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
54600 Hayes Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 797-3900
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 797-3900
Grades: PK-6
| 412 students
Rank: #33.
Middle School North
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
46201 Fairchild Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5260
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5260
Grades: 6-8
| 613 students
Rank: #44.
High School North
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
23700 21 Mile Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5270
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5270
Grades: 9-12
| 1,554 students
Rank: #55.
Atwood Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45690 North Ave
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5250
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5250
Grades: K-5
| 637 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48042, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48042, MI include Sequoyah Elementary School, Beck Centennial Elementary School and Middle School North.
How many public schools are located in 48042?
5 public schools are located in 48042.
What percentage of students in 48042 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 48042 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48042?
48042 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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