For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,090 students in 48161, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48161, MI are Monroe County Education Center, Monroe County Youth Center and Monroe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48161 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48161, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48161, MI Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monroe County Education Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1091 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Grades: PK-12
| 106 students
Rank: #22.
Monroe County Youth Center
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3600 S Custer Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 240-3220
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 240-3220
Grades: 5-12
| 17 students
Rank: #33.
Monroe Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
503 Washington St
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4000
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4000
Grades: 6-8
| 653 students
Rank: #44.
Custer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5003 W Albain Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Grades: PK-6
| 741 students
Rank: #55.
Orchard Center High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1750 Oak St
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3700
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3700
Grades: 6-12
| 292 students
Rank: #66.
Waterloo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1933 S Custer Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Grades: PK-6
| 281 students
48161, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Great Start Readiness Program Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1101 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2620
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2620
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
908 E. 2nd Street
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4600
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4600
Grades: K-6
| 317 students
Monroe County Isd - Local Based Spec Ed Programs (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
1101 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 242-5799
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 242-5799
Grades: PK-12
| 474 students
15488 Eastwood Street
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5000
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5000
Grades: K-6
| 156 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48161, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48161, MI include Monroe County Education Center, Monroe County Youth Center and Monroe Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48161?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48161.
What is the racial composition of students in 48161?
48161 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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