For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 5,048 students in 48174, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 48174, MI are Brownstown Middle School, Metro Charter Academy and Barth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48174 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48174, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48174, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brownstown Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
20135 Inkster Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 783-3400
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 783-3400
Grades: 6-7
| 850 students
Rank: #22.
Metro Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
34800 Ecorse Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 641-3200
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 641-3200
Grades: K-8
| 464 students
Rank: #33.
Barth Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
38207 Barth St
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1250
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1250
Grades: PK-5
| 221 students
Rank: #44.
Summit Academy North High School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18601 Middlebelt Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 955-1730
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 955-1730
Grades: 9-12
| 562 students
Rank: #55.
Hale Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16200 Harrison
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1353
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1353
Grades: K-5
| 245 students
Rank: #66.
Romulus Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
32200 Beverly Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1453
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1453
Grades: K-5
| 271 students
Rank: #77.
Romulus Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9650 Wayne Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1000
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1000
Grades: 9-12
| 576 students
Rank: #88.
Summit Academy North Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18601 Middlebelt Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 955-1712
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 955-1712
Grades: 6-8
| 409 students
Rank: #99.
Wick Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
36900 Wick Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1503
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1503
Grades: K-5
| 280 students
Rank: #1010.
Summit Academy North Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28697 Sibley Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 789-1428
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 789-1428
Grades: K-5
| 614 students
Rank: #1111.
Romulus Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
37300 Wick Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1703
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1703
Grades: 6-8
| 449 students
Rank: #1212.
Romulus Virtual Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9650 Wayne Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1407
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1407
Grades: 9-12
| 88 students
Rank: n/an/a
9650 Wayne Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1407
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1407
Grades: 12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Romulus Adult Education Alternative
Alternative School
9650 Wayne Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1407
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1407
Grades: 9-12
| 19 students
48174, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Community Middle/community High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
9650 Wayne Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1402
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1402
Grades: 6-12
| 84 students
35200 Smith Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1300
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1300
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
15303 Merriman Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1400
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1400
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
9650 Wayne Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1610
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1610
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48174, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48174, MI include Brownstown Middle School, Metro Charter Academy and Barth Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48174?
14 public schools are located in 48174.
What is the racial composition of students in 48174?
48174 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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