For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,267 students in 48209, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48209, MI are Harms Elementary School, Roberto Clemente Learning Academy and Clippert Academy. 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 15% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 46% 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48209, MI Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Harms Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2400 Central St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Grades: PK-5
| 261 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Roberto Clemente Learning Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1551 Beard St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3489
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3489
Grades: PK-5
| 530 students
Rank: #33.
Clippert Academy
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1981 Mckinstry St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-5009
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-5009
Grades: 6-8
| 399 students
Rank: #44.
Way Vernor Site
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8701 West Vernor Highway
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Grades: 6-12
| 115 students
Rank: #55.
Bennett Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2111 Mullane St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3585
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3585
Grades: PK-5
| 434 students
Rank: #66.
Maybury Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Porter St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2014
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2014
Grades: PK-5
| 246 students
Rank: #77.
Earhart Elementarymiddle School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Scotten Street
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Grades: PK-8
| 920 students
Rank: #88.
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6021 Mcmillan St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Grades: PK-8
| 362 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 2021)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter 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 Harms Elementary School, Roberto Clemente Learning Academy and Clippert Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48209, MI?
8 public elementary schools are located in 48209, MI.
What is the racial composition of students in 48209, MI?
48209, MI public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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