For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,250 students in 48230, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48230, MI are George Defer Elementary School, Lewis Maire Elementary School and Pierce Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48230 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48230, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48230, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
George Defer Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
15425 Kercheval Ave
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4000
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4000
Grades: K-4
| 464 students
Rank: #22.
Lewis Maire Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
740 Cadieux Rd
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4300
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4300
Grades: K-4
| 258 students
Rank: #33.
Pierce Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15430 Kercheval Ave
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4700
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-4700
Grades: 5-8
| 528 students
48230, Michigan 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
820 Beaconsfield Ave
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-5000
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
(313) 432-5000
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48230, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48230, MI include George Defer Elementary School, Lewis Maire Elementary School and Pierce Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48230?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48230.
What is the racial composition of students in 48230?
48230 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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