For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,882 students in 48168, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48168, MI are Winchester Elementary School, Meads Mill Middle School and Ridge Wood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48168 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48168, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48168, MI Public Elementary 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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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 elementary schools in 48168, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48168, MI include Winchester Elementary School, Meads Mill Middle School and Ridge Wood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48168?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48168.
What is the racial composition of students in 48168?
48168 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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