For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,573 students in 48117, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48117, MI are Loren Eyler Elementary School, Joseph C Sterling Elementary School and Wagar Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48117 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48117, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48117, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loren Eyler Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1335 Carleton Rockwood Rd
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-2121
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-2121
Gr: PK-4 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Joseph C Sterling Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
160 Fessner Rd
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-6846
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-6846
Gr: PK-4 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Wagar Junior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11200 Grafton Rd
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-6205
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-6205
Gr: 6-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Airport Center For Education
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11330 Grafton Rd
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-4071
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-4071
Gr: K-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
Wagar Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11200 Grafton Rd
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-4083
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-4083
Gr: 5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48117, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48117, MI include Loren Eyler Elementary School, Joseph C Sterling Elementary School and Wagar Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48117?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48117.
What is the racial composition of students in 48117?
48117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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