For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,684 students in 48224, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48224, MI are Carleton Elementary School, Wayne Elementary School and Ronald Brown Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48224 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48224, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48224, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carleton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11724 Casino St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-8322
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-8322
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Wayne Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10633 Courville St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-0400
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-0400
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Ronald Brown Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11530 E Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-2611
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-2611
Gr: PK-8 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
J E Clark Preparatory Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15755 Bremen St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9340
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9340
Gr: 2-8 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
48224, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10215 King Richard
Detroit, MI 48224
Detroit, MI 48224
Gr: K-8 | 379 students Minority enrollment: 99%
10125 King Richard
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9350
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9350
Gr: K-8 | 276 students
11433 Beaconsfield
Detroit, MI 48224
(248) 658-5600
Detroit, MI 48224
(248) 658-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
9740 Mckinney St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Gr: K-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
9740 Mckinney St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Gr: 6-8 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
5959 Whittier Street
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-6070
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-6070
Gr: K-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48224, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48224, MI include Carleton Elementary School, Wayne Elementary School and Ronald Brown Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48224?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48224.
What is the racial composition of students in 48224?
48224 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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