For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,747 students in 48225, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48225, MI are Beacon Elementary School, Chandler Park Academy Elementary School and Harper Woods Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48225 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48225, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48225, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beacon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19475 Beaconsfield St
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 245-5343
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 245-5343
Gr: PK-2 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Chandler Park Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20200 Kelly Rd
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 884-8830
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 884-8830
Gr: PK-5 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #33.
Harper Woods Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19800 Anita St
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(586) 343-1830
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(586) 343-1830
Gr: 6-8 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Harper Woods Virtual Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19872 Kelly Rd
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(800) 297-2119
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(800) 297-2119
Gr: K-12 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 149:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Tyrone Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19525 Tyrone St
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 245-5379
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 245-5379
Gr: 3-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Chandler Park Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20100 Kelly Rd
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(248) 905-5030
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(248) 905-5030
Gr: 6-8 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #77.
Discovery Creative Pathways Harper Woods
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19360 Harper Ave
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(616) 916-7590
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(616) 916-7590
Gr: K-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
48225, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
20655 Lennon St
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 432-4800
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 432-4800
Gr: K-5
19360 Harper Ave
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 885-6250
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 885-6250
Gr: 6-8
Diploma Success Community School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
19872 Kelly Road
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(586) 933-6075
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(586) 933-6075
Gr: K-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 95:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
19800 Anita St
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 882-4631
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 882-4631
Gr: K-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
19360 Harper Ave
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 649-2200
Harper Woods, MI 48225
(313) 649-2200
Gr: K-8 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48225, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48225, MI include Beacon Elementary School, Chandler Park Academy Elementary School and Harper Woods Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48225?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48225.
What is the racial composition of students in 48225?
48225 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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