For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,110 students in 48161, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48161, MI are Monroe County Education Center, Monroe Middle School and Monroe County Youth Center. 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 41% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48161, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48161, MI Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monroe County Education Center
Special Education School
Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1091 South Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Grades: PK-12
| 104 students
Rank: #22.
Monroe Middle School
Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
503 Washington St
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4000
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4000
Grades: 6-8
| 655 students
Rank: #33.
Monroe County Youth Center
Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%
(2018-2019 School Year Data)
Rank:
(2018-2019 School Year Data)
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3600 South Custer Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 342-8620
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 342-8620
Grades: 5-12
| 6 students
Rank: #44.
Waterloo Elementary School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%
(2018-2019 School Year Data)
Rank:
(2018-2019 School Year Data)
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1933 South Custer Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Grades: PK-6
| 220 students
Rank: #55.
Custer Elementary School
Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5003 West Albain Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Grades: PK-6
| 834 students
Rank: #66.
Orchard Center High School
Alternative School
Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1750 Oak St
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3700
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3700
Grades: 6-12
| 291 students
48161, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Great Start Readiness Program Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1101 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2620
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2620
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
908 E. 2nd Street
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4600
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4600
Grades: K-6
| 317 students
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
Grades: PK-12
| 474 students
15488 Eastwood Street
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5000
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5000
Grades: K-6
| 156 students
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 Middle School and Monroe County Youth Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48161, MI?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48161, MI.
What is the racial composition of students in 48161, MI?
48161, MI public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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