For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,441 students in 48026, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48026, MI are Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School, Thomas A Edison Elementary School and Arts Academy In The Woods. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48026 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48026, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48026, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
32151 Danna
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 439-6700
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 439-6700
Gr: K-6 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Thomas A Edison Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17470 Sewel
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 439-6500
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 439-6500
Gr: PK-6 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Arts Academy In The Woods
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
32101 Caroline
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 294-0391
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 294-0391
Gr: 6-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Eisenhower Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
31275 Eveningside
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 439-6600
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 439-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48026, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48026, MI include Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School, Thomas A Edison Elementary School and Arts Academy In The Woods.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48026?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48026.
What is the racial composition of students in 48026?
48026 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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