For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,962 students in 48204, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48204, MI are Keidan Special Education Center, Barton Elementary School and Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48204 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48204, 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 48204, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Keidan Special Education Center
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4441 Collingwood St
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-9400
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-9400
Gr: PK-8 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Barton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8530 Joy Rd
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-7441
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-7441
Gr: PK-7 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #33.
Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy
(Math: 10% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4700 Tireman St
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 596-4750
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 596-4750
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Hope Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12121 Broadstreet Ave
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 934-0054
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 934-0054
Gr: PK-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Mackenzie Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10147 W Chicago
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 416-6400
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 416-6400
Gr: PK-8 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48204, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48204, MI include Keidan Special Education Center, Barton Elementary School and Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48204?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48204.
What is the racial composition of students in 48204?
48204 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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