For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,420 students in 48220, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48220, MI are Ferndale Middle School, Edison and Webb Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48220 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48220, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48220, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ferndale Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
725 Pinecrest Dr
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 541-1783
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 541-1783
Gr: 6-8 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Edison
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1650 Mapledale St
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5400
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5400
Gr: K-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Webb Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Woodward Hts
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5902
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5902
Gr: PK-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2610 Pinecrest Dr
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 548-1950
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 548-1950
Gr: K-3 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Jardon Vocational School
Special Education School
2200 Woodward Hts
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5950
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5950
Gr: PK-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
48220, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
21300 Mendota Ave
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 586-9358
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 586-9358
Gr: 9-12
2521 Bermuda St
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 547-1700
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 547-1700
Gr: 3-7 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
2500 Martin Road
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 544-5257
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 544-5257
Gr: K-6 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
1244 Paxton Street
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 545-7680
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 545-7680
Gr: 3-4 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48220, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48220, MI include Ferndale Middle School, Edison and Webb Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48220?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48220.
What is the racial composition of students in 48220?
48220 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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