For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,167 students in 48202, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48202, MI are University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School, Golightly Education Center and University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48202 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48202, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48202, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5100 John R St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 832-8400
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 832-8400
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Golightly Education Center
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5536 Saint Antoine St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 494-2538
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 494-2538
Gr: PK-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #33.
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10225 3rd St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 826-1159
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 826-1159
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
957 Holden St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 874-9800
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 874-9800
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #55.
University Preparatory Academy Psad Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5310 Saint Antoine St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 831-0010
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 831-0010
Gr: 6-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #66.
University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
485 W Milwaukee St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 481-4000
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 481-4000
Gr: 6-12 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Dpscd Virtual School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9026 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-6897
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-6897
Gr: K-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48202, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48202, MI include University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School, Golightly Education Center and University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48202?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48202.
What is the racial composition of students in 48202?
48202 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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