For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,826 students in 48038, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48038, MI are Huron Elementary School, Cherokee Elementary School and Wyandot Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48038 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48038, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48038, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Huron Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15800 Terra Bella St
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-5800
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Cherokee Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
42900 Rivergate Dr
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-4800
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Wyandot Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
39490 Garfield Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-4202
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-4202
Gr: 6-8 | 843 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Erie Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
42276 Romeo Plank Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-5400
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Miami Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
41290 Kentvale Dr
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-6000
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-6000
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
48038, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Great Parents Great Start (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
44001 Garfield Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-3840
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-3840
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48038, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48038, MI include Huron Elementary School, Cherokee Elementary School and Wyandot Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48038?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48038.
What is the racial composition of students in 48038?
48038 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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