For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,809 students in 48033, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 168 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 48033, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48033, MI are Laurus Academy, Adlai Stevenson Elementary School and Glenn W Levey Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48033 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48033, 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 48033, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurus Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24590 Lahser Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 799-8401
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 799-8401
Gr: K-8 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Adlai Stevenson Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24500 Larkins St
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8840
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8840
Gr: K-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Glenn W Levey Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25300 W 9 Mile Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8740
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8740
Gr: 6-8 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Crescent Academy Middlehigh School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26555 Franklin Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 423-4581
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 423-4581
Gr: 7-10 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #55.
Crescent Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25175 Code Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 281-6471
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 281-6471
Gr: 3-6 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #66.
Southfield High School For The Arts And Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24675 Lahser Rd
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8606
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 746-8606
Gr: 9-12 | 1,049 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Bradford Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24218 Garner St
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 351-0000
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 351-0000
Gr: PK-12 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48033, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48033, MI include Laurus Academy, Adlai Stevenson Elementary School and Glenn W Levey Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48033?
7 public schools are located in 48033.
What percentage of students in 48033 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 48033 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48033?
48033 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).
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