For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,563 students in 48239, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 309 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 48239, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 48239, MI are Soar Academic Institute, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School and Fisher 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 11% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 48% 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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 48239, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Soar Academic Institute
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
26141 Schoolcraft
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Grades: 6-12
| 169 students
Rank: #22.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
26555 Westfield
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-2330
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-2330
Grades: PK-5
| 251 students
Rank: #33.
Fisher Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10000 Crosley
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-2455
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-2455
Grades: PK-5
| 343 students
Rank: #44.
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7635 Chatham
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 274-8560
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 274-8560
Grades: PK-8
| 189 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Jane Addams Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14025 Berwyn
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-8064
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-8064
Grades: PK-5
| 294 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Lee M Thurston High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
26255 Schoolcraft
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-0600
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-0600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,009 students
Rank: #77.
Westfield Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
27201 W Chicago
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 625-3030
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 625-3030
Grades: K-6
| 603 students
Rank: #88.
John D Pierce Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25605 Orangelawn
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-8880
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-8880
Grades: 6-8
| 639 students
Rank: #99.
Westfield Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
23750 Elmira
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 778-7990
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 778-7990
Grades: 7-12
| 758 students
Rank: #1010.
Hilbert Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26440 Puritan
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-4000
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-4000
Grades: 6-8
| 394 students
Rank: #1111.
Vandenberg Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24901 Cathedral
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-0300
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-0300
Grades: PK-5
| 310 students
Rank: #1212.
Washingtonparks Academy
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11685 Appleton
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-6061
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-6061
Grades: K-8
| 604 students
48239, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15995 Delaware Ave
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3600
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3600
Grades: 2-5
| 410 students
Michigan Technical Academy High School (Closed 2011)
Charter School
23750 Elmira
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Michigan Technical Academy Middle School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
23750 Elmira St
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 537-9311
Grades: 6-12
| 284 students
15100 Aubrey
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-3351
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-3351
Grades: 1-3
| 86 students
Shear Early Childhood Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
26141 Schoolcraft
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48239, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48239, MI include Soar Academic Institute, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School and Fisher Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48239, MI?
12 public schools are located in 48239, MI.
What percentage of students in 48239, MI go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48239, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48239, MI?
48239, MI public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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