Best Public Elementary Schools in 48201 (Detroit, MI) (2025-26)

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Best 48201 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 591 students in 48201, MI.

The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48201, MI are Edmonson Montessori and Spain Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public elementary schools in zipcode 48201 have an score of 15% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and score of 13% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48201, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best 48201, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Edmonson Montessori

(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
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1300 W Canfield St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 873-7441

Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%

Rank: #22.

Spain Elementarymiddle School

(Math: 11% | Reading: 6-9%)
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3700 Beaubien St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2081

Gr: PK-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 48201 Michigan

48201, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Blanche Kelso Bruce Academy-detroit (Closed 2008)

4707 St. Antoine Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 656-2600

Gr: 5-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

Capstone Academy Charter School Sda South Campus (Closed 2023)

Charter School

3500 John R St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 202-6082

Gr: 4-12

Crockett Career And Technical Center (Closed 2023)

Vocational School

571 Mack Ave
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-1805

Gr: 9-12

Cultural Center Early Childhood Center (Closed 2004)

3420 Cass
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2396

Gr: PK-K | 163 students

Detroit Behavioral Institute (Closed 2010)

Alternative School

4707 Saint Antoine St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 576-5008

Gr: 6-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Detroit Day School For The Deaf (Closed 2013)

Special Education School

4555 John C Lodge Fwy
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-1803

Gr: PK-8 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Detroit Delta Preparatory Academy For Social Justice (Closed 2020)

3550 John C Lodge Fwy
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 638-1444

Gr: 9-12

Dewey Center For Urban Education (Closed 2006)

3550 Lodge Service Drive
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2219

Gr: PK-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Dps Foundation For Early Learners Edmonson (Closed 2020)

1300 W Canfield St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 873-6810

Gr: PK

Experiencia Preparatory Academy (Closed 2023)

950 Selden St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 262-6861

Gr: PK-12 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1

Gee Edmonson Academy (Closed 2020)

1300 West Canfield St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 228-0910

Gr: PK-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1

Poe Developmental School (Closed 2023)

Special Education School

1200 W. Canfield Street
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 494-2247

Gr: Inquire with school | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Schools For Future Detroit (Closed 2016)

3550 John C Lodge Fwy
Detroit, MI 48201
(248) 809-2288

University Public School (Closed 2004)

2727 2nd Avenue
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 964-1600

Gr: 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48201, MI?

The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48201, MI include Edmonson Montessori and Spain Elementarymiddle School.

How many public elementary schools are located in 48201?

2 public elementary schools are located in 48201.

What is the racial composition of students in 48201?

48201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).