For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 3,052 students in 48240, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48240, MI are Redford Union Virtual Learning, Veritas and Fostering Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48240 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48240, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48240, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Redford Union Virtual Learning
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18255 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3700
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3700
Gr: 6-12 | 67 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Veritas
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18255 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3250
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3250
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Fostering Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16511 Delaware Ave
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 531-9971
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 531-9971
Gr: K-8 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Redford Union Jr High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17711 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4000
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4000
Gr: 7-9 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Keeler School
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17715 Brady
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Gr: K-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Beech Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19990 Beech Daly Rd
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-6100
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-6100
Gr: PK-6 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
David Ellis Academy West
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19800 Beech Daly Rd
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 450-0300
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 450-0300
Gr: PK-12 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #88.
Redford Union High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
26365 Curtis
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4200
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4200
Gr: 10-12 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #99.
Discovery Creative Pathways Redford
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17175 Olympia
Redford, MI 48240
(616) 916-7490
Redford, MI 48240
(616) 916-7490
Gr: K-8 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Redford Service Learning Academy Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25490 Grand River Ave
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 541-7619
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 541-7619
Gr: PK-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: n/an/a
B Beck Education Center
Special Education School
27100 Bennett
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3501
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3501
Gr: PK-K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48240, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48240, MI include Redford Union Virtual Learning, Veritas and Fostering Leadership Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48240?
11 public schools are located in 48240.
What is the racial composition of students in 48240?
48240 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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