For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,286 students in 48188, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48188, MI are Achieve Charter Academy, South Canton Scholars Charter Academy and Bentley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48188 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48188, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48188, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Achieve Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3250 Denton Rd
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 397-0960
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 397-0960
Gr: K-8 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3085 S Canton Center Rd
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 398-5658
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 398-5658
Gr: K-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Bentley Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 S Sheldon Rd
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 397-6360
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 397-6360
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Field Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 S Haggerty Rd
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 397-6346
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 397-6346
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Walkerwinter Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
39932 Michigan Ave
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 419-2780
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 419-2780
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Star International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
45081 Geddes Rd
Canton, MI 48188
(313) 565-0507
Canton, MI 48188
(313) 565-0507
Gr: PK-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48188, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48188, MI include Achieve Charter Academy, South Canton Scholars Charter Academy and Bentley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48188?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48188.
What is the racial composition of students in 48188?
48188 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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