For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 581 students in 48216, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48216, MI are Escuela Avancemos and Detroit Public Safety Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48216 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48216, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48216, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Escuela Avancemos
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2635 Howard St
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 596-0079
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 596-0079
Gr: K-8 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Detroit Public Safety Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1250 Rosa Parks Blvd
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 965-6916
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 965-6916
Gr: 6-12 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48216, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48216, MI include Escuela Avancemos and Detroit Public Safety Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48216?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48216.
What is the racial composition of students in 48216?
48216 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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