For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,597 students in 48216, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 82 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 48216, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 48216, MI are Covenant House Detroit Southwest Site, Munger Elementarymiddle School and Escuela Avancemos. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48216 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 48216, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 48216, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Covenant House Detroit Southwest Site
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1450 25th St
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 297-8720
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 297-8720
Grades: 9-12
| 175 students
Rank: #22.
Munger Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Martin
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 873-0655
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 873-0655
Grades: PK-8
| 884 students
Rank: #33.
Escuela Avancemos
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2635 Howard St
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 596-0079
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 596-0079
Grades: K-8
| 376 students
Rank: #44.
Detroit Public Safety Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1250 Rosa Parks Blvd
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 965-6916
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 965-6916
Grades: 6-12
| 162 students
48216, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Casa Richard Academy (Closed 2015)
Charter School
2635 Howard St
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 963-7757
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 963-7757
Grades: 9-12
| 63 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48216, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48216, MI include Covenant House Detroit Southwest Site, Munger Elementarymiddle School and Escuela Avancemos.
How many public schools are located in 48216, MI?
4 public schools are located in 48216, MI.
What percentage of students in 48216, MI go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48216, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48216, MI?
48216, MI public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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