For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,061 students in 48036, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48036, MI are Algonquin Middle School and Ottawa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48036 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48036, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48036, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Algonquin Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19150 Briarwood Ln
Clinton Township, MI 48036
(586) 723-3500
Clinton Township, MI 48036
(586) 723-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Ottawa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18601 Millar Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48036
(586) 723-6600
Clinton Township, MI 48036
(586) 723-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
48036, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Auxiliary Preschool And Services Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
37623 Garfield Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48036
(586) 412-2600
Clinton Township, MI 48036
(586) 412-2600
Gr: Inquire with school
24475 Saint Francis St
Clinton Township, MI 48036
(248) 630-5105
Clinton Township, MI 48036
(248) 630-5105
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48036, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48036, MI include Algonquin Middle School and Ottawa Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48036?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48036.
What is the racial composition of students in 48036?
48036 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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