For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,687 students in 48051, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48051, MI are Francis A Higgins Elementary School, Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School and Middle School East. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48051 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48051, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48051, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Francis A Higgins Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
29901 24 Mile Rd
New Baltimore, MI 48051
(586) 493-5210
New Baltimore, MI 48051
(586) 493-5210
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
27100 24 Mile Rd
New Baltimore, MI 48051
(586) 493-5230
New Baltimore, MI 48051
(586) 493-5230
Gr: K-5 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Middle School East
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30300 Hickey Rd
New Baltimore, MI 48051
(586) 493-5200
New Baltimore, MI 48051
(586) 493-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
48051, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
29851 24 Mile Rd
New Baltimore, MI 48051
(586) 493-5220
New Baltimore, MI 48051
(586) 493-5220
25925 23 Mile Rd
New Baltimore, MI 48051
(586) 493-5240
New Baltimore, MI 48051
(586) 493-5240
Gr: K-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48051, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48051, MI include Francis A Higgins Elementary School, Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School and Middle School East.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48051?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48051.
What is the racial composition of students in 48051?
48051 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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