For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,178 students in 48219, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48219, MI are Charles Wright Academy Of Arts And Science, Weston Preparatory Academy and Madisoncarver Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48219 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48219, 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 48219, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles Wright Academy Of Arts And Science
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19299 Berg Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 538-3024
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 538-3024
Gr: PK-8 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #22.
Weston Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22930 Chippewa St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 387-6038
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 387-6038
Gr: K-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #33.
Madisoncarver Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19900 Mcintyre St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 522-7602
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 522-7602
Gr: K-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
Rank: #44.
Old Redford Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17195 Redford St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 532-7510
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 532-7510
Gr: PK-4 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #55.
Old Redford Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22122 W Mcnichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 880-1807
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 880-1807
Gr: 5-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Emerson Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18240 Huntington Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 831-9688
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 831-9688
Gr: PK-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #77.
Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21605 W 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 541-7619
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 541-7619
Gr: PK-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48219, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48219, MI include Charles Wright Academy Of Arts And Science, Weston Preparatory Academy and Madisoncarver Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48219?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48219.
What is the racial composition of students in 48219?
48219 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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