For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 2,988 students in 48174, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48174, MI are Barth Elementary School, Metro Charter Academy and Romulus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48174 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48174, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48174, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barth Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
38207 Barth St
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1250
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1250
Gr: PK-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Metro Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
34800 Ecorse Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 641-3200
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 641-3200
Gr: K-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Romulus Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
32200 Beverly Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1453
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1453
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Hale Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16200 Harrison
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1353
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1353
Gr: K-5 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Summit Academy North Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18601 Middlebelt Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 955-1712
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 955-1712
Gr: 6-8 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Summit Academy North Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
28697 Sibley Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 789-1428
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 789-1428
Gr: K-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Wick Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
36900 Wick Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1503
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1503
Gr: K-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #88.
Romulus Virtual Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9650 Wayne Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1407
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1407
Gr: 6-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 59:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #99.
Romulus Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
37300 Wick Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1703
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 532-1703
Gr: 6-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48174, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48174, MI include Barth Elementary School, Metro Charter Academy and Romulus Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48174?
9 public elementary schools are located in 48174.
What is the racial composition of students in 48174?
48174 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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