For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,466 students in 48236, MI (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,515 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 48236, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48236, MI are Richard Elementary School, Grosse Pointe South High School and Ferry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48236 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48236, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48236, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richard Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
176 Mckinley Ave
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4900
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4900
Gr: K-4 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Grosse Pointe South High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11 Grosse Pointe Blvd
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-3500
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,123 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Ferry Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
748 Roslyn Rd
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4100
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4100
Gr: K-4 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Brownell Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
260 Chalfonte Ave
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-3900
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-3900
Gr: 5-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Kerby Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
285 Kerby Rd
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4200
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4200
Gr: K-4 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
John Monteith Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1275 Cook Rd
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4500
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4500
Gr: PK-4 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #77.
Grosse Pointe North High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
707 Vernier Rd
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-3200
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 924 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #88.
Parcells Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20600 Mack Ave
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4600
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4600
Gr: 5-8 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #99.
Stevens T Mason Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1640 Vernier Rd
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4400
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 432-4400
Gr: K-4 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1010.
Marquette Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6145 Canyon St
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 417-9360
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 417-9360
Gr: PK-8 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48236, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48236, MI include Richard Elementary School, Grosse Pointe South High School and Ferry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48236?
10 public schools are located in 48236.
What percentage of students in 48236 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 48236 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48236?
48236 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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