Ann Arbor Public Schools operates 32 schools (grades PK–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Ann Arbor Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 17,000 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 32 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,000/yr | $13,700/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
- 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
About Ann Arbor Public Schools
Ann Arbor Public Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 48104 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 48104. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Ann Arbor Public Schools spends approximately $14,000 per student per year, 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
At 32 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Ann Arbor Public Schools qualifies as a very large district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. The district enrolls approximately 17,000 students in total. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
With a rating of 10/10 (top-tier), Ann Arbor Public Schools ranks among Michigan’s top-tier-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Michigan is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Ann Arbor Public Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Michigan on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 48104 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 48104
Children in zip code 48104 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 48104, 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 proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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
For families considering a purchase in the Ann Arbor area, district assignment matters financially. Because Ann Arbor Public Schools serves zip code 48104, homes in and around zip code 48104 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. 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 48104.
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 48104 data.