For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,373 students in 48239, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 148 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 48239, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48239, MI are Fisher Elementary School, Jane Addams Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48239 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48239, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48239, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fisher Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10000 Crosley
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-2455
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-2455
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Jane Addams Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14025 Berwyn
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-8064
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-8064
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
26555 Westfield
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-2330
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-2330
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Vandenberg Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24901 Cathedral
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-0300
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-0300
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Westfield Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
27201 W Chicago
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 625-3030
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 625-3030
Gr: K-6 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
John D Pierce Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25605 Orangelawn
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-8880
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-8880
Gr: 6-8 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Lee M Thurston High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26255 Schoolcraft
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-0600
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-0600
Gr: 9-12 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #88.
Westfield Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
23750 Elmira
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 778-7990
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 778-7990
Gr: 7-12 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Washingtonparks Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11685 Appleton
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-6061
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-6061
Gr: K-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1
Rank: #1010.
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7635 Chatham
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 274-8560
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 274-8560
Gr: 3-8 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: n/an/a
26440 Puritan
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3801
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3801
Gr: PK-6 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
48239, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
15995 Delaware Ave
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3600
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3600
Gr: 2-5 | 410 students Minority enrollment: 49%
23750 Elmira
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Gr: 9-12
23750 Elmira St
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Gr: 6-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
15100 Aubrey
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-3351
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-3351
Gr: 1-3 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Shear Early Childhood Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
26141 Schoolcraft
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48239, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48239, MI include Fisher Elementary School, Jane Addams Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48239?
12 public schools are located in 48239.
What percentage of students in 48239 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 48239 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48239?
48239 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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