For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,371 students in 48168, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 373 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 48168, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48168, MI are Winchester Elementary School, Northville High School and Meads Mill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48168 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48168, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48168, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winchester Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16141 Winchester Dr
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 465-2400
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 465-2400
Gr: K-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Northville High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
45700 6 Mile Rd
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 344-3800
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 344-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,489 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Meads Mill Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16700 Franklin Rd
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 344-3700
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 344-3700
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Ridge Wood Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
49775 6 Mile Rd
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 465-2200
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 465-2200
Gr: K-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7806 Salem Rd
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 573-8450
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 573-8450
Gr: K-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
48168, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hawthorn Center (Closed 2025)
Special Education School
18471 Haggerty Rd
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 349-3000
Northville, MI 48168
(248) 349-3000
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48168, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48168, MI include Winchester Elementary School, Northville High School and Meads Mill Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48168?
5 public schools are located in 48168.
What percentage of students in 48168 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 48168 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48168?
48168 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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