For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,112 students in 48101, MI (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,005 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 48101, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48101, MI are Arno Elementary School, Allen Park High School and Lindemann Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48101 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48101, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48101, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arno Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7500 Fox Ave
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1050
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1050
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Allen Park High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18401 Champaign Rd
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1200
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,133 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Lindemann Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9201 Carter Ave
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1150
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1150
Gr: PK-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Bennie Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17401 Champaign Rd
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1300
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Allen Park Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Vine Ave
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-2200
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 896 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Melvindale High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4500 Enterprise Dr
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 457-8300
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 457-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 982 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
5000 Shenandoah Ave
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 389-3345
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 389-3345
Gr: PK-1 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
48101, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Allen Park Community School (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
14700 Moore Ave
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-2660
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-2660
Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
4700 Quandt Street
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 389-3340
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 389-3340
Gr: 2-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48101, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48101, MI include Arno Elementary School, Allen Park High School and Lindemann Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48101?
7 public schools are located in 48101.
What percentage of students in 48101 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 48101 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48101?
48101 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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