For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,897 students in 48223, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48223, MI are Cooke Stem Academy, Detroit Community Schools Elementary School and Gompers Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48223 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48223, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48223, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cooke Stem Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18800 Puritan St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7458
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7458
Gr: PK-6 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12675 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Gr: PK-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #33.
Gompers Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14450 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7495
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7495
Gr: PK-8 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #44.
Detroit Leadership Academy K8
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13550 Virgil St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 242-1500
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 242-1500
Gr: PK-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48223, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48223, MI include Cooke Stem Academy, Detroit Community Schools Elementary School and Gompers Elementarymiddle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48223?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48223.
What is the racial composition of students in 48223?
48223 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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