For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,942 students in 48085, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 48085, MI are Wass Elementary School, Leonard Elementary School and Costello Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48085 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48085, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48085, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wass Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2340 Willard Dr
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3900
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3900
Grades: PK-5
| 431 students
Rank: #22.
Leonard Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4401 Tallman Dr
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3300
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3300
Grades: K-5
| 417 students
Rank: #33.
Costello Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1333 Hamman Dr
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3700
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3700
Grades: PK-5
| 406 students
Rank: #44.
Smith Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5835 Donaldson Dr
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-4700
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-4700
Grades: 6-8
| 642 students
Rank: #55.
Larson Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2222 E Long Lake Rd
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-4800
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-4800
Grades: 6-8
| 814 students
Rank: #66.
Athens High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4333 John R Rd
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-2900
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-2900
Grades: 9-12
| 1,488 students
Rank: #77.
Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4600 Forsyth Dr
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3500
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 344 students
Rank: #88.
Troy Union Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1340 E Square Lake Rd
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3100
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-3100
Grades: K-5
| 400 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48085, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48085, MI include Wass Elementary School, Leonard Elementary School and Costello Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48085?
8 public schools are located in 48085.
What is the racial composition of students in 48085?
48085 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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