For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,742 students in 48184, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 147 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 48184, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48184, MI are Wayne Memorial High School, Benjamin Franklin Middle School and Rooseveltmcgrath Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48184 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48184, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48184, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayne Memorial High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3001 4th St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2206
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2206
Gr: 8-12 | 1,257 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
33555 Annapolis St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2402
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2402
Gr: 6-11 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Rooseveltmcgrath Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
36075 Currier St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2720
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2720
Gr: K-6 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Taftgalloway Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4035 Gloria St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2760
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2760
Gr: K-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Waynewestland Innovative Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5400 4th St
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2436
Wayne, MI 48184
(734) 419-2436
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48184, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48184, MI include Wayne Memorial High School, Benjamin Franklin Middle School and Rooseveltmcgrath Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48184?
5 public schools are located in 48184.
What percentage of students in 48184 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 48184 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48184?
48184 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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