For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,235 students in 48312, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48312, MI are Messmore Elementary School, Bozymowski Center and Oakbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48312 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48312, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48312, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Messmore Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8742 Dill Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5600
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5600
Gr: PK-6 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Bozymowski Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11870 Eldorado Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-5391
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-5391
Gr: PK-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Oakbrook Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12060 Greenway Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5900
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5900
Gr: PK-6 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Bruce Collins Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12900 Grand Haven Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-4200
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-4200
Gr: PK-6 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
Willow Woods Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11001 Daniel Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2850
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Carleton Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8900 15 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2590
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2590
Gr: 6-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Black Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14100 Heritage Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2840
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2840
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Maple Lane School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
34600 Dryden Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 977-9170
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 977-9170
Gr: K-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
New Dawn Academy Of Warren
Charter School
8200 Irving Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(248) 327-7673
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(248) 327-7673
Gr: K-8 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
48312, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
37400 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-3100
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-3100
Gr: 9
Bozymowski Center Middle School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
11870 Eldorado Drive
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-0156
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-0156
Gr: 6-9 | 52 students Minority enrollment: 12%
8655 Irving Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2860
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2860
Gr: PK-6 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
11303 Greendale Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-1000
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-1000
Gr: PK
38397 Gladstone Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5300
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5300
Gr: K-6
38901 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-6500
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-6500
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48312, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48312, MI include Messmore Elementary School, Bozymowski Center and Oakbrook Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48312?
9 public elementary schools are located in 48312.
What is the racial composition of students in 48312?
48312 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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