For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,795 students in 48122, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 48122, MI are Julian O Strong Middle School, Allendale Elementary School and Academy For Business And Technology High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48122 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48122, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48122, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Julian O Strong Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18656 Prospect St
Melvindale, MI 48122
(313) 389-3320
Melvindale, MI 48122
(313) 389-3320
Grades: 6-8
| 669 students
Rank: #22.
Allendale Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3201 Oakwood Blvd
Melvindale, MI 48122
(313) 389-4664
Melvindale, MI 48122
(313) 389-4664
Grades: 2-5
| 889 students
Rank: #33.
Academy For Business And Technology High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19625 Wood St
Melvindale, MI 48122
(313) 382-3422
Melvindale, MI 48122
(313) 382-3422
Grades: 6-12
| 237 students
48122, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
19001 Palmer Street
Melvindale, MI 48122
(313) 389-3333
Melvindale, MI 48122
(313) 389-3333
Grades: 2-5
| 243 students
17415 Robert Street
Melvindale, MI 48122
(313) 389-3335
Melvindale, MI 48122
(313) 389-3335
Grades: 1-5
| 269 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48122, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48122, MI include Julian O Strong Middle School, Allendale Elementary School and Academy For Business And Technology High School.
How many public schools are located in 48122?
3 public schools are located in 48122.
What is the racial composition of students in 48122?
48122 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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