For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,250 students in 48125, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48125, MI are Polk Elementary School, Bedford School and Pardee School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48125 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48125, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48125, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Polk Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4651 Polk St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-0500
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-0500
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Bedford School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4650 Croissant St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-4100
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Pardee School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4650 Pardee Ave
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-5600
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Oakley W Best Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
22201 Powers Ave
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-3200
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 203-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Thorne Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25251 Annapolis St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 292-1600
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
(313) 292-1600
Gr: PK-6 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48125, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48125, MI include Polk Elementary School, Bedford School and Pardee School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48125?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48125.
What is the racial composition of students in 48125?
48125 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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