For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,269 students in 48128, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,763 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 48128, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48128, MI are Henry Ford Early College, Howard Elementary School and Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48128 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48128, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48128, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Henry Ford Early College
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5101 Evergreen Rd
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 317-1584
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 317-1584
Gr: 9-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Howard Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1611 N York St
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 827-6350
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 827-6350
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5101 Evergreen Rd
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 317-1584
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 317-1584
Gr: 9-12 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Haigh Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 N Silvery Ln
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 827-6200
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 827-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #55.
Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 N Waverly St
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 827-6300
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 827-6300
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
Bryant Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
460 N Vernon St
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 827-2900
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 827-2900
Gr: 6-8 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #77.
The Dearborn Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19310 Ford Rd
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 982-1300
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 982-1300
Gr: PK-8 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
Dearborn Newcomer College Prep Academy
Alternative School
5101 Evergreen Rd
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 317-1588
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313) 317-1588
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48128, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48128, MI include Henry Ford Early College, Howard Elementary School and Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing.
How many public schools are located in 48128?
8 public schools are located in 48128.
What percentage of students in 48128 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 48128 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48128?
48128 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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