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9 schools in Inkster

Michigan · Public K-12

Inkster's 9 public schools collectively enroll about 1,840 students across 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 3 high.

4-year change in Inkster

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,840
+223 (+14%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
9
+1 (+13%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
25,428
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Students
1,840
public K-12 · NCES
Schools
9
public K-12

About Inkster

Inkster is a moderately sized Michigan city in terms of public-school footprint, with 9 schools and 1,840 students total.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city covers 4 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high, and 1 other.

Average school size in Inkster is around 204 students, 50% below the Michigan average of about 406.

Looking at the last 4 years. Across the same 4-year window, public-school enrollment rose 14%: 1,617 students in SY 2020-21 versus 1,840 in SY 2024-25. Over that span, Inkster opened 1 school, going from 8 to 9.

On allk12, the community for Inkster discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Inkster, Michigan?
There are 9 public K-12 schools in Inkster, with a combined enrollment of about 1,840.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Inkster?
Inkster has 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and 1 combined-grade school.
What is the largest public school in Inkster?
David Hicks School is the largest public school in Inkster by enrollment, with approximately 466 students.
What school districts serve Inkster?
Inkster is served by 5 public school districts, including Garden City Public Schools, American International Academy, Westwood Community School District, Wayne-Westland Community School District, Inkster Preparatory Academy.
What grade levels do public schools in Inkster cover?
Public schools in Inkster serve students from pre-K through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in Inkster?
3 of the 9 public schools in Inkster are charter schools.