For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,486 students in 48118, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48118, MI are Beach Middle School and South Meadows Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48118 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48118, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48118, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beach Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
445 Mayer Dr
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2202
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2202
Gr: 6-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
South Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
335 Pierce St
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2205
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2205
Gr: 3-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
699 Mckinley St
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2203
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2203
Gr: PK-2 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
48118, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cassidy Lake Technical School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
18901 Waterloo Rd
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2208
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2208
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Chelseamanchester Adult Ed. (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
500 E. Washington Street
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2208
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2208
275 North Freer Rd
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2204
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2204
Gr: 3-4
Washington Street Education Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
500 Washington St
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2208
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 433-2208
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48118, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48118, MI include Beach Middle School and South Meadows Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48118?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48118.
What is the racial composition of students in 48118?
48118 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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