For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,257 students in 48301, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 2,400 private students). 34% of all K-12 students in 48301, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48301, MI are Birmingham Covington School, West Maple Elementary School and Wing Lake Developmental Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48301 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48301, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48301, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Birmingham Covington School
Magnet School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1525 Covington Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
(248) 203-4425
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
(248) 203-4425
Gr: 3-8 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
West Maple Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6275 Inkster Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
(248) 203-5100
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
(248) 203-5100
Gr: K-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Wing Lake Developmental Center
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6490 Wing Lake Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
(248) 341-7900
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
(248) 341-7900
Gr: PK-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48301, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48301, MI include Birmingham Covington School, West Maple Elementary School and Wing Lake Developmental Center.
How many public schools are located in 48301?
3 public schools are located in 48301.
What percentage of students in 48301 go to public school?
34% of all K-12 students in 48301 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48301?
48301 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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