For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,403 students in 48505, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48505, MI are The New Standard Academy and Dailey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48505 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48505, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48505, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The New Standard Academy
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2040 W Carpenter Rd
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 787-3330
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 787-3330
Gr: PK-12 | 859 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Dailey Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6236 Neff Rd
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9890
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9890
Gr: PK-7 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Richfield Public School Academy Early Learning Center Pk2
Charter School
4358 Richfield Rd
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 736-1281
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 736-1281
Gr: PK-2 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48505, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48505, MI include The New Standard Academy and Dailey Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48505?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48505.
What is the racial composition of students in 48505?
48505 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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