- Martin Luther King Elem School — Grades K–5 · 511 students
- Thurston Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 506 students
- Burns Park Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 477 students
- Wines Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 465 students
- Uriah H Lawton School — Grades K–5 · 422 students
- John Allen School — Grades K–5 · 401 students
- Haisley Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 400 students
- Mary D Mitchell School — Grades K–5 · 372 students
- Carpenter School — Grades K–5 · 363 students
- Eberwhite School — Grades K–5 · 353 students
- Logan Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 349 students
- Bach Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 334 students
- Dicken Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 320 students
- Abbot School — Grades K–5 · 315 students
- Angell School — Grades K–5 · 294 students
- Lakewood Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 258 students
- Pittsfield School — Grades K–5 · 230 students
- Pattengill School — Grades 3–5 · 206 students
- Clifford E Bryant Comm School — Grades K–2 · 200 students
- Slauson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 729 students
- Clague Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 696 students
- Tappan Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 695 students
- Forsythe Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 635 students
- Scarlett Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 616 students
- Huron High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,696 students
- Pioneer High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,671 students
- Skyline High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,237 students
- Community High School — Grades 9–12 · 513 students
- Pathways To Success Academic Campus — Grades 9–12 · 162 students
- Correctional Services — Grades 9–12 · 3 students
- Ann Arbor STEAM at Northside School — Grades PK–8 · 614 students
- Ann Arbor Open at Mack School — Grades K–8 · 508 students
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| Metric | Ann Arbor Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 33 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Ann Arbor Public Schools
Families searching for schools in Ann Arbor, Michigan (ZIP 48109) are zoned to Ann Arbor Public Schools in Washtenaw County. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Michigan districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Ann Arbor Public Schools runs approximately $14,100 annually, placing it near the Michigan state average of approximately $13,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Ann Arbor Public Schools is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Ann Arbor Public Schools to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Ann Arbor Public Schools 6 out of 10 — average among Michigan public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Ann Arbor Public Schools falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 48109
Children in zip code 48109 are assigned to Ann Arbor Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 48109, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Ann Arbor Public Schools at (734)994-2230 or visit www.aaps.k12.mi.us/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Michigan districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Ann Arbor
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Ann Arbor Public Schools serves zip code 48109, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 48109 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Michigan, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Ann Arbor Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 48109.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Ann Arbor Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 48109 data.