For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,957 students in 48073, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 374 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 48073, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48073, MI are Northwood Elementary School, Royal Oak High School and Addams Elementary And Ecc. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48073 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48073, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48073, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
926 W 12 Mile Rd
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 541-0229
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 541-0229
Gr: K-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Royal Oak High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 Lexington Blvd
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 435-8500
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 435-8500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,293 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Addams Elementary And Ecc
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2222 W Webster Rd
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 288-3100
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 288-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Oak Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
506 E 13 Mile Rd
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 588-8353
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 588-8353
Gr: K-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
Alfred E Upton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4400 Mandalay Ave
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 549-4968
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 549-4968
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Churchill Community Educational Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
707 Girard Ave
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 588-5050
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 588-5050
Gr: 9-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
Oakland Schools Technical Campusse
Vocational School
5055 Delemere Ave
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 288-4020
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 288-4020
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48073, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48073, MI include Northwood Elementary School, Royal Oak High School and Addams Elementary And Ecc.
How many public schools are located in 48073?
7 public schools are located in 48073.
What percentage of students in 48073 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 48073 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48073?
48073 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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