For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,537 students in 48227, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48227, MI are Edison Elementary School, Coleman A Young Elementary School and Dossin Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48227 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48227, 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 48227, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17045 Grand River Ave
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-1066
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-1066
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Coleman A Young Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15771 Hubbell St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0725
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0725
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #33.
Dossin Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16650 Glendale St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9390
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9390
Gr: PK-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
John R King Academic And Performing Arts Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15850 Strathmoor St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9600
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9600
Gr: PK-8 | 879 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Paul Robeson Malcolm X Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14771 Mansfield St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 494-8100
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 494-8100
Gr: PK-8 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #66.
Burns Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14350 Terry St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0534
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0534
Gr: PK-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48227, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48227, MI include Edison Elementary School, Coleman A Young Elementary School and Dossin Elementarymiddle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48227?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48227.
What is the racial composition of students in 48227?
48227 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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