For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,905 students in 48223, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48223, MI are Cooke Stem Academy, Detroit Community Schools Elementary School and Gompers Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48223 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48223, 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 48223, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cooke Stem Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18800 Puritan St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7458
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7458
Gr: PK-6 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12675 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Gr: PK-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #33.
Gompers Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14450 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7495
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7495
Gr: PK-8 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #44.
Detroit Leadership Academy K8
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13550 Virgil St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 242-1500
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 242-1500
Gr: PK-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
48223, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Far West Alternative Education (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
15320 Lamphere Avenue
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7721
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7721
Gr: 3-9 | 104 students Minority enrollment: 99%
23901 Fenkell St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-8557
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-8557
Gr: PK
12901 Beaverland Street
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7492
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7492
Gr: K-5 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
14825 Lamphere Street
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7484
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7484
Gr: K-6 | 346 students Minority enrollment: 97%
23901 Fenkell St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7585
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7585
Gr: PK-8 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
14200 Westwood St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-0710
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-0710
Gr: K-8 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48223, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48223, MI include Cooke Stem Academy, Detroit Community Schools Elementary School and Gompers Elementarymiddle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48223?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48223.
What is the racial composition of students in 48223?
48223 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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