For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,310 students in 48209, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48209, MI are Clippert Academy, Way Academy Vernor Site and Maybury Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48209 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48209, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48209, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clippert Academy
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1981 Mckinstry St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-5009
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-5009
Grades: 6-8
| 421 students
Rank: #22.
Way Academy Vernor Site
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8701 W Vernor Hwy
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Grades: 6-12
| 115 students
Rank: #33.
Maybury Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Porter St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2014
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2014
Grades: PK-5
| 277 students
Rank: #44.
Bennett Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2111 Mullane St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3585
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3585
Grades: PK-5
| 476 students
Rank: #55.
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6021 Mcmillan St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Grades: PK-8
| 427 students
Rank: #66.
Harms Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Central St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Grades: PK-5
| 218 students
Rank: #77.
Roberto Clemente Learning Academy
(Math: 10% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1551 Beard St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3489
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3489
Grades: PK-5
| 477 students
Rank: #88.
Earhart Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Scotten St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Grades: PK-8
| 899 students
48209, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
840 Waterman St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
840 Waterman St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Grades: PK-K
| 40 students
Covenant House Academy Southwest (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
5668 Baker St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 463-2023
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 463-2023
Grades: 9-12
| 262 students
6921 West Fort St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Grades: 6-8
| 313 students
9200 Olivet Street
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2023
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2023
Grades: PK-5
| 365 students
7735 Lane St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2419
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2419
Grades: K-9
| n/a students
6921 West Fort St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4521
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4521
Grades: 9-12
| 611 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48209, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48209, MI include Clippert Academy, Way Academy Vernor Site and Maybury Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48209?
8 public elementary schools are located in 48209.
What is the racial composition of students in 48209?
48209 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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