For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,060 students in 48218, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48218, MI are River Rouge Stem Academy At Dunn, Ann Visger K5 Preparatory Academy and River Rouge Alternative Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48218 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48218, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48218, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River Rouge Stem Academy At Dunn
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
163 Burke St
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9663
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9663
Gr: PK-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Ann Visger K5 Preparatory Academy
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11121 W Jefferson Ave
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9648
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9648
Gr: PK-5 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
River Rouge Alternative Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1460 Coolidge Hwy
River Rouge, MI 48218
(800) 297-2119
River Rouge, MI 48218
(800) 297-2119
Gr: K-12 | 838 students Student-teacher ratio: 838:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Cb Sabbath 68 Preparatory Academy
(Math: 2% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
340 Frazier St
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9654
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9654
Gr: 6-8 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
River Rouge High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1460 Coolidge Hwy
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9600
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9600
Gr: 9-12 | 961 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
48218, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
340 Frazier Street
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9654
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9654
Gr: 6-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
1460 West Coolidge Hwy
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9600
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9600
Gr: 9-10
550 Eaton
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9600
River Rouge, MI 48218
(313) 297-9600
Gr: K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48218, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48218, MI include River Rouge Stem Academy At Dunn, Ann Visger K5 Preparatory Academy and River Rouge Alternative Virtual Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48218?
5 public schools are located in 48218.
What is the racial composition of students in 48218?
48218 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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