For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,688 students in 48005, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 63 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 48005, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48005, MI are Orville C Krause Elementary School, Armada Middle School and Armada High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48005 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48005, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48005, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orville C Krause Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23900 Armada Center Rd
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2600
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 758 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Armada Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23550 Armada Center Rd
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2500
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 387 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Armada High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23655 Armada Center Rd
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2400
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 534 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
Armada Continuing Education Center
Alternative School
23211 Prospect Ave
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2160
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2160
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
48005, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
23211 Prospect Ave
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2150
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2150
Gr: 9-12
23900 Armada Center Rd
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2600
Armada, MI 48005
(586) 784-2600
Gr: PK-3 | 343 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48005, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48005, MI include Orville C Krause Elementary School, Armada Middle School and Armada High School.
How many public schools are located in 48005?
4 public schools are located in 48005.
What percentage of students in 48005 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 48005 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48005?
48005 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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