For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,671 students in 48042, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,183 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 48042, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48042, MI are Sequoyah Elementary School, Beck Centennial Elementary School and Middle School North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48042 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48042, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48042, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sequoyah Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18500 24 Mile Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 723-7000
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 723-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Beck Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
54600 Hayes Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 797-3900
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 797-3900
Gr: PK-6 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Middle School North
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
46201 Fairchild Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5260
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5260
Gr: 6-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
High School North
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
23700 21 Mile Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5270
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5270
Gr: 9-12 | 1,545 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Atwood Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45690 North Ave
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5250
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5250
Gr: K-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48042, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48042, MI include Sequoyah Elementary School, Beck Centennial Elementary School and Middle School North.
How many public schools are located in 48042?
5 public schools are located in 48042.
What percentage of students in 48042 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 48042 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48042?
48042 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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