For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,246 students in 48186, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 156 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 48186, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48186, MI are Pd Graham Elementary School, Adlai Stevenson Middle School and Alexander Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48186 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48186, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48186, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pd Graham Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1255 S John Hix St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2620
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2620
Gr: PK-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Adlai Stevenson Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
38501 Palmer Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2351
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2351
Gr: 6-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1031 S Schuman St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2650
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2650
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Eugene B Elliott Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
30800 Bennington St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2610
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2610
Gr: K-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Albert Schweitzer Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Treadwell St
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2750
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2750
Gr: PK-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Adams Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
33475 Palmer Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2396
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2396
Gr: 6-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
American International Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 S Henry Ruff Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 713-5525
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 713-5525
Gr: K-2 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: n/an/a
Walter P Reuther Psychiatric Hospital
Special Education School
30901 Palmer Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 367-8527
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 367-8527
Gr: Inquire with school | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48186, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48186, MI include Pd Graham Elementary School, Adlai Stevenson Middle School and Alexander Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48186?
8 public schools are located in 48186.
What percentage of students in 48186 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48186 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48186?
48186 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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