For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,973 students in 48198, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 206 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 48198, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48198, MI are Acce, Ypsilanti International Elementary School and South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48198 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48198, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48198, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Acce
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1076 Ecorse Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-1691
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-1691
Gr: 6-12 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Ypsilanti International Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
503 Oak St
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-2400
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10550 Geddes Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 484-0118
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 484-0118
Gr: K-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Rawsonville Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3110 S Grove St
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 482-9845
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 482-9845
Gr: K-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Global Tech Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1715 E Forest Ave
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 390-9625
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 390-9625
Gr: PK-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Erickson Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1427 Levona St
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-1600
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-1600
Gr: 1-6 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #77.
Ypsi Connected Community School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1076 Ecorse Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-1683
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-1683
Gr: K-8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #88.
Ypsilanti Community Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
235 Spencer Ln
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-2200
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-2200
Gr: 5-8 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1255 Holmes Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-2100
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-2100
Gr: K-6 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
2440 E Clark Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-1800
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-1800
Gr: PK-6 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48198, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48198, MI include Acce, Ypsilanti International Elementary School and South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48198?
10 public schools are located in 48198.
What percentage of students in 48198 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 48198 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48198?
48198 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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