For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,651 students in 48162, MI (there are , serving 707 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 48162, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48162, MI are Triumph Academy, Sodt Elementary School and Jefferson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48162 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48162, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48162, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Triumph Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3000 Vivian Rd
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 240-2610
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 240-2610
Gr: PK-8 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Sodt Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2888 Nadeau Rd
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2501
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2501
Gr: PK-1 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5102 N Stony Creek Rd
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2301
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2301
Gr: 5-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Manor Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1731 W Lorain St
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4700
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Raisinville School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2300 N Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4800
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
Arborwood Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1135 Riverview Ave
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4500
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
48162, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cantrick Learning Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1008 Riverview Ave
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-3800
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-3800
Gr: PK
1008 Riverview Street
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-3800
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-3800
Gr: 6-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
306 Lincoln Avenue
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4200
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4200
Gr: K-6 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
3500 Comboni Way
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 242-5898
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 242-5898
Gr: 7-12
1960 Hurd Rd
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 289-5580
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 289-5580
Gr: K | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Jefferson Alternative Education High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
5707 Williams Rd
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2201
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2201
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 2%
5102 North Stoney Creek Rd
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2380
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2380
Gr: 5-6 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
77 N. Roessler Street
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4900
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4900
Gr: K-6 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48162, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48162, MI include Triumph Academy, Sodt Elementary School and Jefferson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48162?
6 public schools are located in 48162.
What percentage of students in 48162 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 48162 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48162?
48162 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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