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Best 48217 Michigan Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 294 students in 48217, MI.

The top-ranked public school in 48217, MI is Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 48217 have an score of 12% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and score of 12% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48217, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.

Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 48217, MI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School

(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
:

Bottom 50%

12800 Visger St
Detroit, MI 48217
(313) 386-5530

Gr: PK-8 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

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48217, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Boynton Elementary-middle School (Closed 2010)

12800 Visger Street
Detroit, MI 48217
(313) 386-5530

Gr: K-8 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 48217, MI?

The top-ranked public schools in 48217, MI include Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School.

How many public schools are located in 48217?

1 public schools are located in 48217.

What is the racial composition of students in 48217?

48217 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).