For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 2,921 students in 48071, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48071, MI are Lessenger Elementary School, Lamphere Center and Edmonson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48071 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48071, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48071, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lessenger Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30150 Campbell Rd
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-0556
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-0556
Grades: PK-5
| 250 students
Rank: #22.
Lamphere Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
29685 Tawas St
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-3155
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-3155
Grades: 5-12
| 28 students
Rank: #33.
Edmonson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
621 E Katherine Ave
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 547-5342
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 547-5342
Grades: PK-5
| 302 students
Rank: #44.
Simonds Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
30000 Rose St
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 547-5292
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 547-5292
Grades: PK-5
| 248 students
Rank: #55.
Page Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
29615 Tawas St
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-3428
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-3428
Grades: 6-8
| 533 students
Rank: #66.
Four Corners Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1075 E Gardenia Ave
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 542-7001
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 542-7001
Grades: PK-8
| 272 students
Rank: #77.
Hiller Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 E La Salle Ave
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-0406
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-0406
Grades: PK-5
| 257 students
Rank: #88.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
27107 Hales St
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 542-3414
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 542-3414
Grades: PK-5
| 355 students
Rank: #99.
Wilkinson Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
26524 John R Rd
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 399-0455
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 399-0455
Grades: 6-8
| 162 students
Rank: #1010.
Keys Grace Academy
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
27321 Hampden St
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 629-7700
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 629-7700
Grades: K-12
| 514 students
48071, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alice B Beal Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
31201 Dorchester
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-1990
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-1990
Grades: Inquire with school
| 20 students
Campbell St. Station - Alt. High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
31201 Dorchester
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-1990
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-1990
Grades: Inquire with school
| 6 students
Creative Learning Center - Madison Heights (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
31499 John R
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 577-5840
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 577-5840
Grades: 9-12
| 53 students
27321 Hampden St
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 542-3414
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 542-3414
Grades: K-5
| 201 students
25601 Couzens Ave
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 543-4433
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 543-4433
Grades: K-5
| 191 students
915 E 11 Mile Rd
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 939-0663
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 939-0663
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Lamphere Day Treatment (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
28500 Alden
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 584-0168
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 584-0168
Grades: Inquire with school
| 6 students
31201 Dorchester Ave
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-3753
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-3753
Grades: PK
| n/a students
26524 John R Road
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 399-7800
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 399-7800
Grades: K-12
| 321 students
27107 Hales Street
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 543-5465
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 543-5465
Grades: PK-6
| 255 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48071, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48071, MI include Lessenger Elementary School, Lamphere Center and Edmonson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48071?
10 public elementary schools are located in 48071.
What is the racial composition of students in 48071?
48071 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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