For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,077 students in 48240, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48240, MI are Redford Union Virtual Learning, Fostering Leadership Academy and Keeler School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48240 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48240, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48240, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Redford Union Virtual Learning
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18255 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3700
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3700
Gr: 6-12 | 67 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Fostering Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16511 Delaware Ave
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 531-9971
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 531-9971
Gr: K-8 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #33.
Keeler School
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17715 Brady
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Gr: K-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Beech Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19990 Beech Daly Rd
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-6100
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-6100
Gr: PK-6 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
David Ellis Academy West
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19800 Beech Daly Rd
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 450-0300
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 450-0300
Gr: PK-12 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #66.
Discovery Creative Pathways Redford
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17175 Olympia
Redford, MI 48240
(616) 916-7490
Redford, MI 48240
(616) 916-7490
Gr: K-8 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Redford Service Learning Academy Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25490 Grand River Ave
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 541-7619
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 541-7619
Gr: PK-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48240, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48240, MI include Redford Union Virtual Learning, Fostering Leadership Academy and Keeler School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48240?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48240.
What is the racial composition of students in 48240?
48240 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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