For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,430 students in 48085, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48085, MI are Wass Elementary School, Leonard Elementary School and Costello Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48085 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48085, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48085, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wass Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2340 Willard Dr
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3900
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Leonard Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4401 Tallman Dr
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3300
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3300
Gr: K-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Costello Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1333 Hamman Dr
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3700
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Smith Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5835 Donaldson Dr
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-4700
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Larson Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2222 E Long Lake Rd
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-4800
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-4800
Gr: 6-8 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4600 Forsyth Dr
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3500
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #77.
Troy Union Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1340 E Square Lake Rd
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3100
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48085, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48085, MI include Wass Elementary School, Leonard Elementary School and Costello Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48085?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48085.
What is the racial composition of students in 48085?
48085 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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