For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,145 students in 48005, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48005, MI are Orville C Krause Elementary School and Armada Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48005 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48005, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48005, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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%
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 elementary schools in 48005, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48005, MI include Orville C Krause Elementary School and Armada Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48005?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48005.
What is the racial composition of students in 48005?
48005 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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