Best Dexter Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,699 students in Dexter, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, MI are Wylie Elementary School and Creekside Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dexter, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dexter have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Dexter, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wylie Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3060 Kensington St
Dexter, MI 48130
(734) 424-4140
Gr: 3-4 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Creekside Intermediate School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2615 Baker Rd
Dexter, MI 48130
(734) 424-4160
Gr: 5-6 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Bates
Alternative School
Magnet School
2704 Baker Rd
Dexter, MI 48130
(734) 424-4100
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
7480 Dan Hoey Rd
Dexter, MI 48130
(734) 424-4130
Gr: PK-2 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, MI include Wylie Elementary School and Creekside Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dexter?
4 public elementary schools are located in Dexter.
What is the racial composition of students in Dexter?
Dexter public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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