For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,666 students in 48162, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48162, MI are Triumph Academy, Sodt Elementary School and Jefferson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48162 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48162, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48162, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Triumph Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3000 Vivian Rd
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 240-2610
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 240-2610
Gr: K-8 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Sodt Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2888 Nadeau Rd
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2501
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2501
Gr: PK-1 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5102 N Stony Creek Rd
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2301
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 322-2301
Gr: 6-8 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Manor Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1731 W Lorain St
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4700
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Raisinville School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2300 N Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4800
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
Arborwood Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1135 Riverview Ave
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4500
Monroe, MI 48162
(734) 265-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48162, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48162, MI include Triumph Academy, Sodt Elementary School and Jefferson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48162?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48162.
What is the racial composition of students in 48162?
48162 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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