For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,126 students in 48042, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48042, MI are Sequoyah Elementary School, Beck Centennial Elementary School and Middle School North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48042 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48042, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48042, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sequoyah Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18500 24 Mile Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 723-7000
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 723-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Beck Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
54600 Hayes Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 797-3900
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 797-3900
Gr: PK-6 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Middle School North
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
46201 Fairchild Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5260
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5260
Gr: 6-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Atwood Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45690 North Ave
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5250
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5250
Gr: K-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48042, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48042, MI include Sequoyah Elementary School, Beck Centennial Elementary School and Middle School North.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48042?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48042.
What is the racial composition of students in 48042?
48042 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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