For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,838 students in 48161, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48161, MI are Monroe County Education Center, Monroe County Youth Center and Monroe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48161 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48161, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48161, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monroe County Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1091 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Monroe County Youth Center
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3600 S Custer Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 240-3220
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 240-3220
Gr: 5-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Monroe Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
503 Washington St
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4000
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4000
Gr: 6-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Custer Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5003 W Albain Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Orchard Center High School
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1750 Oak St
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3700
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3700
Gr: 6-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Waterloo Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1933 S Custer Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Gr: PK-6
48161, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Great Start Readiness Program Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1101 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2620
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2620
Gr: 9-12
908 E. 2nd Street
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4600
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4600
Gr: K-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Monroe County Isd - Local Based Spec Ed Programs (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
1101 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 242-5799
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 242-5799
Gr: PK-12 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
15488 Eastwood Street
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5000
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5000
Gr: K-6 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48161, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48161, MI include Monroe County Education Center, Monroe County Youth Center and Monroe Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48161?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48161.
What is the racial composition of students in 48161?
48161 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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