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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best Redford Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 22 public schools serving 8,425 students in Redford, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 309 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Redford, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Redford, MI are Redford Union Virtual Learning, Veritas and Fostering Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Redford, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Redford have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Redford, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Redford Union Virtual Learning
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
18255 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3700
Gr: 6-12 | 67 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Veritas
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
18255 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3250
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Fostering Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
16511 Delaware Ave
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 531-9971
Gr: K-8 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Fisher Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
10000 Crosley
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-2455
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Jane Addams Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
14025 Berwyn
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-8064
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
26555 Westfield
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-2330
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Vandenberg Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
24901 Cathedral
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-0300
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Westfield Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
27201 W Chicago
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 625-3030
Gr: K-6 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
John D Pierce Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
25605 Orangelawn
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-8880
Gr: 6-8 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Redford Union Jr High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
17711 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4000
Gr: 7-9 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1111.
Lee M Thurston High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
26255 Schoolcraft
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-0600
Gr: 9-12 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1212.
Keeler School
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
17715 Brady
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Gr: K-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1313.
Beech Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
19990 Beech Daly Rd
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-6100
Gr: PK-6 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1414.
Westfield Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
23750 Elmira
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 778-7990
Gr: 7-12 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1515.
David Ellis Academy West
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
19800 Beech Daly Rd
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 450-0300
Gr: PK-12 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #1616.
Redford Union High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
26365 Curtis
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4200
Gr: 10-12 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1717.
Washingtonparks Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
11685 Appleton
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-6061
Gr: K-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1
Rank: #1818.
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7635 Chatham
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 274-8560
Gr: 3-8 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #1919.
Discovery Creative Pathways Redford
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
17175 Olympia
Redford, MI 48240
(616) 916-7490
Gr: K-8 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #2020.
Redford Service Learning Academy Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
25490 Grand River Ave
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 541-7619
Gr: PK-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: n/an/a
B Beck Education Center
Special Education School
27100 Bennett
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3501
Gr: PK-K
Rank: n/an/a
Hilbert Elementary School
26440 Puritan
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3801
Gr: PK-6 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Redford, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Redford, MI include Redford Union Virtual Learning, Veritas and Fostering Leadership Academy.
How many public schools are located in Redford?
23 public schools are located in Redford.
What percentage of students in Redford go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Redford are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Redford?
Redford public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Redford are often viewed compared to one another?

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