For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,798 students in 48214, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48214, MI are Moses Field Center, Detroit Prep and The James And Grace Lee Boggs School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48214 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48214, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48214, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moses Field Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Sheridan St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-5790
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-5790
Gr: PK-8 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Detroit Prep
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8411 Sylvester St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 343-1495
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 343-1495
Gr: K-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
The James And Grace Lee Boggs School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7600 Goethe St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 923-2301
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 923-2301
Gr: K-8 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Detroit Enterprise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11224 Kercheval St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 823-5799
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 823-5799
Gr: K-8 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #55.
Garvey Academy
(Math: 15% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Van Dyke St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-7400
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-7400
Gr: PK-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Hutchinson Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Garland St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-4169
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-4169
Gr: PK-8 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #77.
Nichols Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Burns St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 852-0800
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 852-0800
Gr: PK-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Barack Obama Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10800 E Canfield St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 823-6000
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 823-6000
Gr: K-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1
48214, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Barbour Magnet Middle School (Closed 2010)
Magnet School
4209 Seneca Street
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-2300
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
2301 Van Dyke Street
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-7400
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-7400
Gr: K-8 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
4130 Maxwell St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 924-0317
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 924-0317
Gr: PK-6
2962 Fairview Street
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-5540
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-5540
Gr: 5-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
2600 Garland St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 642-4801
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 642-4801
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
7701 Sylvester Street
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-5770
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-5770
Gr: PK-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
4611 Fairview Street
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-9900
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-9900
Gr: 6-8 | 841 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
8411 Sylvester Street
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-7545
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-7545
Gr: K-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
10800 E. Canfield Street
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-3101
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-3101
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Krolik Alternative Education High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
10101 Canfield
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 852-9677
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 852-9677
Gr: 6-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2100 Hurlbut Street
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-3269
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-3269
Gr: K-5 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48214, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48214, MI include Moses Field Center, Detroit Prep and The James And Grace Lee Boggs School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48214?
8 public elementary schools are located in 48214.
What is the racial composition of students in 48214?
48214 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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