For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 496 students in the neighborhood of LaSalle Gardens, Detroit, MI.
The top-ranked public school in LaSalle Gardens is Thirkell Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of LaSalle Gardens, Detroit, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 46% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of LaSalle Gardens, Detroit, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thirkell Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7724 14th St
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 596-0990
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 596-0990
Gr: PK-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of LaSalle Gardens, Detroit, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of LaSalle Gardens, Detroit, MI include Thirkell Elementarymiddle School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of LaSalle Gardens, Detroit?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of LaSalle Gardens, Detroit.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of LaSalle Gardens, Detroit?
the neighborhood of LaSalle Gardens, Detroit public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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