For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,669 students in 48048, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48048, MI are Lake Huron Virtual Hybrid High School, Merritt Academy and Endeavour Elementary And Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48048 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48048, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48048, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Huron Virtual Hybrid High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
57700 Gratiot Ave
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-5123
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-5123
Gr: 6-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 45:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Merritt Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
59900 Havenridge Rd
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-6000
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-6000
Gr: PK-12 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Endeavour Elementary And Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
22505 26 Mile Rd
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-8067
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-8067
Gr: K-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
New Haven Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
57701 River Oaks Dr
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-8360
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-8360
Gr: K-4 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
48048, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
22505 26 Mile Road
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-8067
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-8067
Gr: 6-9 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
L'anse Creuse Public Schools Riverside - North High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
30375 Clark St
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 783-6420
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 783-6420
Gr: 9-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48048, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48048, MI include Lake Huron Virtual Hybrid High School, Merritt Academy and Endeavour Elementary And Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48048?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48048.
What is the racial composition of students in 48048?
48048 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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