For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,729 students in 48312, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 565 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 48312, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48312, MI are Messmore Elementary School, Bozymowski Center and Oakbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48312 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48312, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48312, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Messmore Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8742 Dill Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5600
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5600
Grades: PK-6
| 333 students
Rank: #22.
Bozymowski Center
Special Education School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11870 Eldorado Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-5391
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-5391
Grades: PK-12
| 284 students
Rank: #33.
Oakbrook Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12060 Greenway Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5900
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5900
Grades: PK-6
| 525 students
Rank: #44.
Heritage Junior High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
37400 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-3100
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-3100
Grades: 7-9
| 431 students
Rank: #55.
Bruce Collins Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12900 Grand Haven Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-4200
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-4200
Grades: PK-6
| 421 students
Rank: #66.
Davis Junior High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11311 Plumbrook Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-2700
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-2700
Grades: 7-9
| 736 students
Rank: #77.
Carleton Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8900 15 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2590
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2590
Grades: 6-8
| 619 students
Rank: #88.
Willow Woods Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11001 Daniel Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2850
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2850
Grades: PK-5
| 349 students
Rank: #99.
Sterling Heights Senior High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12901 15 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 698-4249
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 698-4249
Grades: 9-12
| 1,327 students
Rank: #1010.
Black Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14100 Heritage Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2840
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2840
Grades: PK-5
| 468 students
Rank: #1111.
Maple Lane School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
34600 Dryden Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 977-9170
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 977-9170
Grades: K-5
| 64 students
Rank: n/an/a
Career Preparation Center
Vocational School
12200 15 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 698-4172
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 698-4172
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
New Dawn Academy Of Warren
Charter School
8200 Irving Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(248) 327-7673
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(248) 327-7673
Grades: K-8
| 172 students
48312, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
37400 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-3100
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-3100
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Bozymowski Center Middle School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
11870 Eldorado Drive
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-0156
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-0156
Grades: 6-9
| 52 students
8655 Irving Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2860
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2860
Grades: PK-6
| 304 students
11303 Greendale Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-1000
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-1000
Grades: PK
| n/a students
38397 Gladstone Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5300
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5300
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
38901 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-6500
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-6500
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48312, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48312, MI include Messmore Elementary School, Bozymowski Center and Oakbrook Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48312?
13 public schools are located in 48312.
What percentage of students in 48312 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 48312 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48312?
48312 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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