For the 2025-26 school year, there are 14 public elementary schools serving 5,226 students in 48197, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48197, MI are South Arbor Charter Academy, Washtenaw International Middle Academy and East Arbor Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48197 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48197, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48197, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Arbor Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8200 Carpenter Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 528-2821
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 528-2821
Gr: K-8 | 802 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Washtenaw International Middle Academy
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
105 N Mansfield St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 994-8145
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 994-8145
Gr: 6-8 | 207 students Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
East Arbor Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6885 Merritt Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-5506
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-5506
Gr: K-8 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Ann Arbor Learning Community
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4377 Textile Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 477-0340
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 477-0340
Gr: K-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Fortis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3875 Golfside Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 572-3623
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 572-3623
Gr: K-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Bishop Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8888 Whittaker Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7074
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7074
Gr: K-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Childs Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7300 Bemis Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7035
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7035
Gr: K-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
Lincoln Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8744 Whittaker Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7033
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7033
Gr: 6-8 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #99.
Brick Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8970 Whittaker Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7031
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7031
Gr: K-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #1010.
Lcs Virtual Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7525 Willis Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7000
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7000
Gr: K-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #1111.
Estabrook Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1555 W Cross St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1900
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1900
Gr: 1-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Gee Compass Academy
Charter School
850 S Hewitt Street
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 369-9500
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 369-9500
Gr: K-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 47:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
550 Perry St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1702
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1702
Gr: PK-1 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Pittsfield Acres Academy
Charter School
4377 Textile Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 210-0660
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 210-0660
Gr: K-8 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
48197, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2100 Ellsworth Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1500
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1500
Gr: 1-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
111 South Wallace Blvd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1700
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1700
Gr: 1-5
220 King Hall Emu
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 487-4290
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 487-4290
8888 Whittaker Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7061
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7061
Gr: 1-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
211 East Michigan Ave
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 481-9001
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 481-9001
Gr: PK-6 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
New Directions Alternative Education (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2095 Packard Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1850
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1850
Gr: Inquire with school | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Roberto Clemente Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4377 Textile Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 997-1236
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 997-1236
Gr: 9-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Wsc Academy Ypsilanti Campus (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
855 Jefferson St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 794-0218
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 794-0218
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
2095 Packard Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1000
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
105 North Mansfield St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1300
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1300
Gr: 7-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
2095 Packard Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1001
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1001
Gr: 9-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48197, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48197, MI include South Arbor Charter Academy, Washtenaw International Middle Academy and East Arbor Charter Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48197?
14 public elementary schools are located in 48197.
What is the racial composition of students in 48197?
48197 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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