For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,385 students in 48205, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48205, MI are Turning Point Academy, Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy and Trix Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48205 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48205, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48205, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turning Point Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18501 Waltham St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 347-8900
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 347-8900
Gr: K-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15865 E 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 371-1300
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 371-1300
Gr: K-8 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #33.
Trix Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20045 Joann St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 426-1020
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 426-1020
Gr: PK-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #44.
Pulaski Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13840 Lappin St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-7022
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-7022
Gr: K-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18440 Hoover St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-6700
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-6700
Gr: PK-8 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Brewer Academy
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18025 Brock St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0404
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0404
Gr: PK-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: n/an/a
Fisher Magnet Academy
Magnet School
15510 E State Fair St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 642-4854
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 642-4854
Gr: PK-8 | 788 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
48205, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
17200 Rowe
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 656-2600
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 656-2600
Gr: 5-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Blanche Kelso Bruce Academy-st. Jude's (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
15255 Mayfield St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 656-2600
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 656-2600
Gr: 5-12
Capstone Academy Charter Schoolmayfield (Closed 2023)
Charter School
15255 Mayfield St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 924-8518
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 924-8518
Gr: 4-12
17201 Annott Street
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-2072
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-2072
Gr: 6-8 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Fisher Magnet (Closed 2011)
Magnet School
15600 East State Fair St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-2670
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-2670
Gr: K-8
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
15510 E State Fair St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 642-4854
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 642-4854
Gr: PK-4 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Fisher Magnet Upper Academy (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
15491 Maddelein St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-7233
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-7233
Gr: 5-8 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
18501 Waltham St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 852-8557
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 852-8557
Gr: PK
20045 Joanne
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-9080
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-9080
Gr: PK-6 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
12700 Grover Street
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-6999
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-6999
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
16206 Edmore Drive
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-2244
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-2244
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
20045 Joann St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 521-0400
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 521-0400
Gr: K-12 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
11600 East 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0343
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0343
Gr: 9-12 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
11600 East 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0343
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0343
Gr: 9-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
11600 East 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0343
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0343
Gr: 9-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
12300 Linnhurst Street
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-2200
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-2200
Gr: PK-6 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
12400 Nashville St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 852-8600
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 852-8600
Gr: PK-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
15255 Mayfield
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 822-2400
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 822-2400
Gr: 6-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48205, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48205, MI include Turning Point Academy, Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy and Trix Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48205?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48205.
What is the racial composition of students in 48205?
48205 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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