Best 48239 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,733 students in 48239, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48239, MI are Fisher Elementary School, Jane Addams Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48239 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48239, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best 48239, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fisher Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
10000 Crosley
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-2455
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Jane Addams Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
14025 Berwyn
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-8064
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
26555 Westfield
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-2330
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Vandenberg Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
24901 Cathedral
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 532-0300
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Westfield Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
27201 W Chicago
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 625-3030
Gr: K-6 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
John D Pierce Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
25605 Orangelawn
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-8880
Gr: 6-8 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Washingtonparks Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
11685 Appleton
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-6061
Gr: K-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1
Rank: #88.
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7635 Chatham
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 274-8560
Gr: 3-8 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: n/an/a
26440 Puritan
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 242-3801
Gr: PK-6 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48239, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48239, MI include Fisher Elementary School, Jane Addams Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48239?
10 public elementary schools are located in 48239.
What is the racial composition of students in 48239?
48239 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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