For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,475 students in Wayne, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Wayne, MI are Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Rooseveltmcgrath Elementary School and Taftgalloway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wayne, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Wayne have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Wayne, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
33555 Annapolis St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2402
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2402
Gr: 6-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Rooseveltmcgrath Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
36075 Currier St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2720
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2720
Gr: K-6 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Taftgalloway Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4035 Gloria St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2760
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2760
Gr: K-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Wayne, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5400 4th St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2670
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2670
Gr: K-5 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Resa Center Programs (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
33500 Van Born Rd
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 334-1496
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 334-1496
Gr: K-12 | 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Wayne, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Wayne, MI include Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Rooseveltmcgrath Elementary School and Taftgalloway Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Wayne?
3 public elementary schools are located in Wayne.
What is the racial composition of students in Wayne?
Wayne public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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