For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,235 students in 48312, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48312, MI are Messmore Elementary School, Bozymowski Center and Oakbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48312 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48312, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48312, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Messmore Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8742 Dill Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5600
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5600
Gr: PK-6 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Bozymowski Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11870 Eldorado Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-5391
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-5391
Gr: PK-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Oakbrook Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12060 Greenway Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5900
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5900
Gr: PK-6 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Bruce Collins Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12900 Grand Haven Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-4200
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-4200
Gr: PK-6 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
Willow Woods Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11001 Daniel Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2850
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Carleton Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8900 15 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2590
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2590
Gr: 6-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Black Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14100 Heritage Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2840
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2840
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Maple Lane School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
34600 Dryden Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 977-9170
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 977-9170
Gr: K-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
New Dawn Academy Of Warren
Charter School
8200 Irving Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(248) 327-7673
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(248) 327-7673
Gr: K-8 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
48312, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
37400 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-3100
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-3100
Gr: 9
Bozymowski Center Middle School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
11870 Eldorado Drive
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-0156
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-0156
Gr: 6-9 | 52 students Minority enrollment: 12%
8655 Irving Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2860
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2860
Gr: PK-6 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
11303 Greendale Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-1000
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-1000
Gr: PK
38397 Gladstone Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5300
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5300
Gr: K-6
38901 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-6500
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-6500
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48312, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48312, MI include Messmore Elementary School, Bozymowski Center and Oakbrook Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48312?
9 public elementary schools are located in 48312.
What is the racial composition of students in 48312?
48312 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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