For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,638 students in 48076, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,555 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 48076, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 48076, MI are University High School Academy, University Middle School Academy and Macarthur K8 University Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48076 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48076, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 48076, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
University High School Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19301 W 12 Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-4370
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-4370
Grades: 9-12
| 342 students
Rank: #22.
University Middle School Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19301 W 12 Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-4370
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-4370
Grades: 6-8
| 212 students
Rank: #33.
Macarthur K8 University Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19301 W 12 Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8590
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8590
Grades: K-8
| 463 students
Rank: #44.
Vandenberg Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16100 Edwards Ave
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7378
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7378
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
Rank: #55.
Mcintyre Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19600 Saratoga Blvd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7365
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7365
Grades: K-5
| 339 students
Rank: #66.
Thompson K8 International Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16300 Lincoln Drive
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7404
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7404
Grades: K-8
| 354 students
Rank: #77.
Alice M Birney K8 School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
27225 Evergreen Road
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8800
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8800
Grades: PK-8
| 401 students
Rank: #88.
Faxon Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
26275 Northwestern Hwy
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 301-9909
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 301-9909
Grades: K-8
| 70 students
Rank: n/an/a
Crescent Pk1
Charter School
17570 West 12 Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 423-4581
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 423-4581
Grades: PK-1
| 170 students
48076, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy Of Lathrup Village (Closed 2012)
Charter School
27700 Southfield Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 569-0089
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 569-0089
Grades: K-8
| 356 students
27225 Evergreen Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8800
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8800
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Bussey Center For Early Child Education (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
19080 West 12 Mile Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7350
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7350
Grades: K
| 3 students
20900 Independence Dr
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8855
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8855
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
16500 Lincoln Dr
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7440
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7440
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
19080 W. 12 Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8590
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8590
Grades: K-1
| 94 students
16300 Lincoln Dr
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7400
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7400
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
19301 West 12 Mile Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7200
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7200
Grades: 8-12
| 880 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48076, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48076, MI include University High School Academy, University Middle School Academy and Macarthur K8 University Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48076, MI?
9 public schools are located in 48076, MI.
What percentage of students in 48076, MI go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 48076, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48076, MI?
48076, MI public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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