For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,628 students in 48234, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48234, MI are Legacy Charter Academy, Marion Law Academy and Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48234 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48234, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48234, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Legacy Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4900 E Hildale St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 368-2215
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 368-2215
Gr: K-8 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Marion Law Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19411 Cliff St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3400
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3400
Gr: PK-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6861 E Nevada St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 522-7602
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 522-7602
Gr: K-12 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 54:1
Rank: #44.
Mason Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19955 Fenelon St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3600
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 866-3600
Gr: PK-8 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #55.
Dove Academy Of Detroit
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20001 Wexford St
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 366-9110
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 366-9110
Gr: PK-8 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48234, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48234, MI include Legacy Charter Academy, Marion Law Academy and Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48234?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48234.
What is the racial composition of students in 48234?
48234 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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