For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,215 students in 48186, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48186, MI are Pd Graham Elementary School, Adlai Stevenson Middle School and Alexander Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48186 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48186, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48186, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pd Graham Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1255 S John Hix St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2620
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2620
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Adlai Stevenson Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
38501 Palmer Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2350
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2350
Gr: 6-8 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1031 S Schuman St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2650
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2650
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Eugene B Elliott Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
30800 Bennington St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2610
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2610
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Albert Schweitzer Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Treadwell St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2750
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2750
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Adams Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
33475 Palmer Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2375
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2375
Gr: 6-8 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
American International Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 S Henry Ruff Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 713-5525
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 713-5525
Gr: K-2 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
48186, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 South Henry Ruff Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 722-1465
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 722-1465
Gr: K-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
1075 South Carlson St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2710
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2710
Gr: K-5
32150 Dorsey St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2680
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2680
Gr: K-5
35100 Bayview St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2277
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2277
Gr: 5-6
1200 South Hubbard St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2690
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2690
Gr: K-5
33800 Grand Traverse St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2700
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2700
Gr: K-5
Walter P. Reuther Psychiatric Hospital (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
30901 Palmer Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 367-8527
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 367-8527
Gr: Inquire with school | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
450 South Venoy Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2427
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2427
Gr: 9-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48186, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48186, MI include Pd Graham Elementary School, Adlai Stevenson Middle School and Alexander Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48186?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48186.
What is the racial composition of students in 48186?
48186 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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