For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,997 students in 48101, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48101, MI are Arno Elementary School, Lindemann Elementary School and Bennie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48101 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48101, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48101, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arno Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7500 Fox Ave
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1050
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1050
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Lindemann Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9201 Carter Ave
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1150
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1150
Gr: PK-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Bennie Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17401 Champaign Rd
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1300
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Allen Park Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Vine Ave
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-2200
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 827-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 896 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
5000 Shenandoah Ave
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 389-3345
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313) 389-3345
Gr: PK-1 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48101, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48101, MI include Arno Elementary School, Lindemann Elementary School and Bennie Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48101?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48101.
What is the racial composition of students in 48101?
48101 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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