For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,895 students in 48108, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 187 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 48108, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48108, MI are Progress Park, Carpenter School and Scarlett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48108 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48108, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48108, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Progress Park
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3890 Research Park Dr
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 994-3340
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 994-3340
Gr: K-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Carpenter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4250 Central Blvd
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 997-1214
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 997-1214
Gr: K-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Scarlett Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Lorraine St
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 997-1220
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 997-1220
Gr: 6-8 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Mary D Mitchell School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3550 Pittsview Dr
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 997-1216
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 997-1216
Gr: K-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Multicultural Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5550 Platt Rd
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 677-0732
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 677-0732
Gr: PK-11 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
2150 Santa Rosa Dr
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 997-1212
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 997-1212
Gr: K-2 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
48108, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Way Academy - Flint Washtenaw Campus (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
555 Briarwood Cir
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(810) 265-5492
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(810) 265-5492
Gr: 7-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48108, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48108, MI include Progress Park, Carpenter School and Scarlett Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48108?
6 public schools are located in 48108.
What percentage of students in 48108 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 48108 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48108?
48108 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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