For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,150 students in 48209, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48209, MI are Way Vernor Site and Western International High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48209 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 48209, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48209 have a Graduation Rate of 59%, which is less than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Western International High School, with 61% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 48209, MI Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Way Vernor Site
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8701 West Vernor Highway
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Grades: 6-12
| 115 students
Rank: #22.
Western International High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Scotten St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4758
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4758
Grades: 9-12
| 2,035 students
48209, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
840 Waterman St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
840 Waterman St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Grades: PK-K
| 40 students
Covenant House Academy Southwest (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
5668 Baker St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 463-2023
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 463-2023
Grades: 9-12
| 262 students
6921 West Fort St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Grades: 6-8
| 313 students
9200 Olivet Street
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2023
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2023
Grades: PK-5
| 365 students
7735 Lane St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2419
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2419
Grades: K-9
| n/a students
6921 West Fort St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4521
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4521
Grades: 9-12
| 611 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 48209, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48209, MI include Way Vernor Site and Western International High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48209, MI?
2 public high schools are located in 48209, MI.
What is the racial composition of students in 48209, MI?
48209, MI public high schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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