For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,710 students in 48127, MI (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,606 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 48127, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48127, MI are Dearborn Stem Middle School, Kinloch Elementary School and Clara B Ford Academy Sda. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48127 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48127, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48127, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dearborn Stem Middle School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
22586 Ann Arbor Trl
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-1904
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-1904
Gr: 6-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Kinloch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1505 Kinloch St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-4482
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-4482
Gr: K-4 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Clara B Ford Academy Sda
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20651 West Warren St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 436-0020
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 436-0020
Gr: 5-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Vista Meadows Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20651 West Warren St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 240-4347
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 240-4347
Gr: K-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Howe Trainable Center And Montessori
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
22586 Ann Arbor Trl
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-7000
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-7000
Gr: PK-12 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
River Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20755 Ann Arbor Trl
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-6750
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-6750
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #77.
Highview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25225 Richardson St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-8390
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-8390
Gr: PK-4 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #88.
Crestwood High School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1501 N Beech Daly Rd
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-7475
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-7475
Gr: 9-12 | 1,272 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #99.
Riverside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25900 W Warren St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 274-6792
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 274-6792
Gr: 5-8 | 1,139 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #1010.
Star International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
24425 Hass St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 724-8990
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 724-8990
Gr: PK-12 | 1,728 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #1111.
Hillcrest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7500 N Vernon St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-0425
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-0425
Gr: K-4 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #1212.
Dearborn Magnet High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22586 Ann Arbor Trl
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-4800
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 57:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #1313.
Global Heights Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
23713 Joy Rd
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 624-3400
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 624-3400
Gr: PK-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48127, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48127, MI include Dearborn Stem Middle School, Kinloch Elementary School and Clara B Ford Academy Sda.
How many public schools are located in 48127?
13 public schools are located in 48127.
What percentage of students in 48127 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 48127 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48127?
48127 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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