For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,967 students in 48038, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 89 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 48038, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48038, MI are International Academy Of Macomb, Huron Elementary School and Cherokee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48038 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48038, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48038, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
International Academy Of Macomb
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
42755 Romeo Plank Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-7200
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 92:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
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 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
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 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
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 | 844 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
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 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Chippewa Valley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
18300 19 Mile Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-2300
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,162 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #77.
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 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #88.
Dianne M Pellerin Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
24001 F V Pankow Blvd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 783-6420
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 783-6420
Gr: 9-12 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #99.
Chippewa Valley Adult And Mohegan Alt Education
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19230 Cass Ave
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-2080
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-2080
Gr: 9-12 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Lutz School For Work Experience
Special Education School
19600 Cass Ave
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 286-0230
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 286-0230
Gr: Inquire with school | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Macomb Academy
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
39092 Garfield Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-2201
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-2201
Gr: 12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Macomb Mipp Center
Special Education School
44001 Garfield Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-3320
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 228-3320
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48038, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48038, MI include International Academy Of Macomb, Huron Elementary School and Cherokee Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48038?
12 public schools are located in 48038.
What percentage of students in 48038 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 48038 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48038?
48038 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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