For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,494 students in 48317, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,343 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 48317, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48317, MI are Wiley Elementary School, Utica High School and Eppler Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48317 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48317, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48317, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wiley Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
47240 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6700
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6700
Gr: PK-6 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Utica High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
47255 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2200
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,391 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Eppler Junior High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45461 Brownell St
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2900
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2900
Gr: 7-9 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Flickinger Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45400 Vanker Ave
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-4900
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-4900
Gr: PK-6 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
West Utica Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5415 W Utica Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6600
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
48317, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3423 Auburn Road
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-5500
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-5500
Gr: PK-K | 29 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48317, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48317, MI include Wiley Elementary School, Utica High School and Eppler Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 48317?
5 public schools are located in 48317.
What percentage of students in 48317 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 48317 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48317?
48317 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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