For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,374 students in 48141, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48141, MI are Burger Development Center, Daly School and Tomlinson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48141 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48141, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48141, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burger Development Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
28865 Carlysle St
Inkster, MI 48141
(734) 729-1830
Inkster, MI 48141
(734) 729-1830
Gr: K-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Daly School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25824 Michigan Ave
Inkster, MI 48141
(313) 565-0016
Inkster, MI 48141
(313) 565-0016
Gr: PK-6 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Tomlinson Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25912 Annapolis St
Inkster, MI 48141
(313) 565-3391
Inkster, MI 48141
(313) 565-3391
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Inkster Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
27355 Woodsfield St
Inkster, MI 48141
(313) 278-3825
Inkster, MI 48141
(313) 278-3825
Gr: K-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
David Hicks School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Helen St
Inkster, MI 48141
(734) 419-2660
Inkster, MI 48141
(734) 419-2660
Gr: PK-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
American International Academy Upper Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
28955 Rosewood St
Inkster, MI 48141
(734) 713-5525
Inkster, MI 48141
(734) 713-5525
Gr: 3-6 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48141, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48141, MI include Burger Development Center, Daly School and Tomlinson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48141?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48141.
What is the racial composition of students in 48141?
48141 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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