For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,310 students in 48209, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48209, MI are Clippert Academy, Way Academy Vernor Site and Bennett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48209 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48209, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48209, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clippert Academy
(Math: 29% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1981 Mckinstry St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-5009
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-5009
Gr: 6-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Way Academy Vernor Site
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8701 W Vernor Hwy
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Gr: 6-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 115:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Bennett Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2111 Mullane St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3585
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3585
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Maybury Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Porter St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2014
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2014
Gr: PK-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy
(Math: 16% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6021 Mcmillan St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Gr: PK-8 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Roberto Clemente Learning Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1551 Beard St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3489
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3489
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
Harms Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Central St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Earhart Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Scotten St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Gr: PK-8 | 899 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
48209, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
840 Waterman St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Gr: PK-K | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Covenant House Academy Southwest (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
5668 Baker St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 463-2023
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 463-2023
Gr: 9-12 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
6921 West Fort St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Gr: 6-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
9200 Olivet Street
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2023
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2023
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
6921 West Fort St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4521
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4521
Gr: 9-12 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48209, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48209, MI include Clippert Academy, Way Academy Vernor Site and Bennett Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48209?
8 public elementary schools are located in 48209.
What is the racial composition of students in 48209?
48209 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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