For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,832 students in 48207, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48207, MI are Chrysler Elementary School, Detroit Edison Public School Academy and University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48207 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48207, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48207, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chrysler Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1445 E Lafayette St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8440
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8440
Grades: PK-5
| 130 students
Rank: #22.
Detroit Edison Public School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1903 Wilkins St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 833-1100
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 833-1100
Grades: PK-8
| 855 students
Rank: #33.
University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2251 Antietam Ave
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 782-4400
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 782-4400
Grades: K-5
| 485 students
Rank: #44.
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2985 E Jefferson Ave
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 259-1744
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 259-1744
Grades: 6-8
| 360 students
Rank: #55.
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2985 E Jefferson Ave
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 259-1744
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 259-1744
Grades: PK-5
| 645 students
Rank: #66.
Bunche Preparatory Academy
(Math: 2% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2715 Macomb St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8350
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8350
Grades: PK-8
| 357 students
48207, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1501 Canton Street
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 866-7530
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 866-7530
Grades: K-5
| 125 students
6600 Benson Street
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 852-9600
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 852-9600
Grades: K-6
| 233 students
Blanche Kelso Bruce Academy - Depaul (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
609 East Grand Blvd
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 656-2600
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 656-2600
Grades: 5-12
| 15 students
2301 East Alexandrine St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-2052
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-2052
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
3111 Elmwood Street
Detroit, MI 48207
(248) 404-0871
Detroit, MI 48207
(248) 404-0871
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2715 Macomb St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8350
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8350
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
3700 Pulford
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 866-3770
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 866-3770
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Hazel Park Empowerment Eastside Alternative School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
3000 Gratiot Ave
Detroit, MI 48207
(248) 658-5600
Detroit, MI 48207
(248) 658-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 15 students
Life Skills Center Of Metropolitan Detroit (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
3100 East Jefferson Ave
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 567-3235
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 567-3235
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2322 Dubois Street
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-2642
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-2642
Grades: 6-9
| 528 students
Plymouth Educational Center (Closed 2024)
Charter School
1460 E Forest Ave
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 831-3280
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 831-3280
Grades: K-8
| 399 students
1460 East Forest Ave
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 831-2801
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 831-2801
Grades: 9
| 118 students
3111 Elmwood St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 922-8088
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 922-8088
Grades: K-8
| 110 students
951 East Lafayette St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 961-2108
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 961-2108
Grades: K-8
| 570 students
Young Magnet Middle School (Closed 2004)
Magnet School
2757 Macomb Street
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8330
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8330
Grades: 5-8
| 456 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48207, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48207, MI include Chrysler Elementary School, Detroit Edison Public School Academy and University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48207?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48207.
What is the racial composition of students in 48207?
48207 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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