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Best 48202 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,167 students in 48202, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48202, MI are University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School, Golightly Education Center and University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48202 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48202, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best 48202, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5100 John R St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 832-8400
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Golightly Education Center
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5536 Saint Antoine St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 494-2538
Gr: PK-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #33.
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
10225 3rd St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 826-1159
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
957 Holden St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 874-9800
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #55.
University Preparatory Academy Psad Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5310 Saint Antoine St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 831-0010
Gr: 6-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #66.
University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
485 W Milwaukee St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 481-4000
Gr: 6-12 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Dpscd Virtual School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
9026 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-6897
Gr: K-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 48202 Michigan

48202, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Barsamian Preparatory Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
7650 2nd Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-1288
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Capstone Academy Charter School (Sda) - North Camp (Closed 2015)
Charter School
5250 John R
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 202-6082
Gr: 4-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Detroit Academy Sci-math-tech (Closed 2006)
8401 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 494-8080
Gr: 4-8 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Detroit International Academy (Closed 2011)
9026 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-3050
Gr: 9-12
Fairbanks Elementary School (Closed 2008)
8000 John C. Lodge Freeway
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-2944
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Family Place Head Start Elementary School (Closed 2006)
8726 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 866-0533
Gr: PK | 25 students
Northern High School (Closed 2008)
9026 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-1250
Gr: 9-12 | 1,181 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Pathways Global Leadership Academy (Closed 2018)
556 Custer St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 308-5364
Plymouth Educational Center Preparatory High School (Closed 2016)
7375 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 309-1634
Gr: 9-12 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
30 Josephine St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 285-9246
Gr: 9-12 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Ross-hill Academy-high High School (Closed 2013)
317 Harper Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 922-8088
Gr: 9-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
St. Phillips Head Start Elementary School (Closed 2005)
2884 E. Grand Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 866-0533
Gr: PK | 54 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Sanders Elementary School (Closed 2006)
8700 Byron Street
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-3070
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students
University Preparatory Academy (Closed 2009)
5310 St. Antoine
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 831-0100
Gr: 6-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
Charter School
435 Amsterdam St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 309-0552
Gr: K-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48202, MI?
How many public elementary schools are located in 48202?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48202.
What is the racial composition of students in 48202?
48202 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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