For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,456 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 Eppler Junior High School, Wiley Elementary School and Utica 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 35% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), 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 23% 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eppler Junior High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45461 Brownell St
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2900
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2900
Grades: 7-9
| 627 students
Rank: #22.
Wiley Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
47240 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6700
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6700
Grades: PK-6
| 533 students
Rank: #33.
Utica High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
47255 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2200
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,372 students
Rank: #44.
Flickinger Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45400 Vanker Ave
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-4900
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-4900
Grades: PK-6
| 428 students
Rank: #55.
West Utica Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5415 W Utica Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6600
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6600
Grades: PK-6
| 496 students
48317, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3423 Auburn Road
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-5500
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-5500
Grades: 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 Eppler Junior High School, Wiley Elementary School and Utica 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 23% 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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