For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,538 students in 48134, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48134, MI are Wegienka Elementary School, Thomas Simpson Middle School and John M Barnes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48134 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48134, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48134, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wegienka Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23925 Arsenal Rd
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 783-3367
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 783-3367
Gr: PK-4 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Thomas Simpson Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
24900 Meadows Ave
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 535-6700
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 535-6700
Gr: 6-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
John M Barnes Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24925 Meadows Ave
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 535-6800
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 535-6800
Gr: 3-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
28300 Evergreen St
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 535-6900
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 535-6900
Gr: PK-2 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
48134, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
28639 Division St
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 535-6580
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 535-6580
Gr: PK
River Heights Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
30100 Olmstead Rd
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 379-6810
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 379-6810
Gr: K-8 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
P.o. Box 310, 30100 Olmstead
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 955-1730
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 955-1730
Gr: 9-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
P.o. Box 310, 30100 Olmstead
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 955-1712
Flat Rock, MI 48134
(734) 955-1712
Gr: 6-9 | 56 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48134, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48134, MI include Wegienka Elementary School, Thomas Simpson Middle School and John M Barnes Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48134?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48134.
What is the racial composition of students in 48134?
48134 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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