For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,250 students in 48230, MI (there are , serving 185 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 48230, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48230, MI are George Defer Elementary School, Lewis Maire Elementary School and Pierce Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48230 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48230, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48230, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Defer Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
15425 Kercheval Ave
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4000
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4000
Gr: K-4 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Lewis Maire Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
740 Cadieux Rd
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4300
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4300
Gr: K-4 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Pierce Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
15430 Kercheval Ave
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4700
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4700
Gr: 5-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
48230, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
820 Beaconsfield Ave
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-5000
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-5000
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48230, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48230, MI include George Defer Elementary School, Lewis Maire Elementary School and Pierce Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48230?
3 public schools are located in 48230.
What percentage of students in 48230 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 48230 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48230?
48230 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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