For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,812 students in 48104, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48104, MI are Angell School, Burns Park Elementary School and John Allen School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48104 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48104, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48104, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Angell School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1608 S University Ave
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 994-1907
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 994-1907
Gr: K-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Burns Park Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1414 Wells St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 994-1919
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 994-1919
Gr: K-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
John Allen School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2560 Towner Blvd
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 997-1210
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 997-1210
Gr: K-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Tappan Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2251 E Stadium Blvd
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 994-2011
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 994-2011
Gr: 6-8 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Pittsfield School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2543 Pittsfield Blvd
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 997-1218
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 997-1218
Gr: K-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
Pattengill School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Crestland St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 994-1961
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 994-1961
Gr: 3-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Central Academy
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2459 S Industrial Hwy
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 822-1100
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 822-1100
Gr: PK-12 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48104, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48104, MI include Angell School, Burns Park Elementary School and John Allen School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48104?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48104.
What is the racial composition of students in 48104?
48104 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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