For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,952 students in 48185, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 386 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 48185, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48185, MI are Hayes Elementary School, Johnson Upper Elementary School and Cooper Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48185 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48185, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48185, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hayes Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30600 Louise St
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2725
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2725
Gr: K-4 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Johnson Upper Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8400 N Hix Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2740
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2740
Gr: 4-6 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Cooper Upper Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
28550 Ann Arbor Trl
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2710
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2710
Gr: 5-6 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
John Glenn High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
36105 Marquette St
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2323
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2323
Gr: 8-12 | 1,368 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 N Wildwood St
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2790
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2790
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Thomas A Edison Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
34505 Hunter Ave
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2600
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2600
Gr: K-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
30055 Joy Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(313) 533-0000
Westland, MI 48185
(313) 533-0000
Gr: 2-8 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #88.
Universal Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28015 Joy Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 402-5900
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 402-5900
Gr: PK-12 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48185, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48185, MI include Hayes Elementary School, Johnson Upper Elementary School and Cooper Upper Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48185?
8 public schools are located in 48185.
What percentage of students in 48185 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 48185 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48185?
48185 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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