For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,768 students in 48208, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48208, MI are Detroit Lions Academy, Covenant High School Central and Burton International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48208 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48208, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48208, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Detroit Lions Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2001 W Warren Ave
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 852-9677
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 852-9677
Gr: 6-12 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Covenant High School Central
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2959 Martin Luther King Jr Blv
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 899-6900
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 899-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Burton International Academy
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Martin Luther King Jr Blv
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3800
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3800
Gr: PK-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #44.
Northwestern High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2200 W Grand Blvd
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-0700
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-0700
Gr: 9-12 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
George Crockett Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4851 14th St
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 896-6078
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 896-6078
Gr: PK-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
48208, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2750 Selden
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 895-3000
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 895-3000
Gr: 5-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Catherine Ferguson Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
2750 Selden St
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-4766
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-4766
Gr: 7-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
2200 West Grand
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 899-7370
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 899-7370
Gr: 9-10 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
6050 Linwood St
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3502
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3502
Gr: K-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
2001 W. Warren Avenue
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3555
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3555
Gr: 9-12 | 1,108 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Northwestern South Wing High School (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
2200 W. Grand Blvd
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-0700
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-0700
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Pelham Magnet Middle School (Closed 2007)
Magnet School
2001 Mlk Jr Blvd
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3780
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3780
Gr: 6-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
2001 Mlk Jr Blvd
Detroit, MI 48208
Detroit, MI 48208
Gr: 5-8 | 730 students Minority enrollment: 97%
4700 Vinewood St
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-4939
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-4939
Gr: K-8
Wingert Trainable Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1851 W. Grand Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-0776
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-0776
Gr: Inquire with school | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
2900 Wreford Street
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-0050
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-0050
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48208, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48208, MI include Detroit Lions Academy, Covenant High School Central and Burton International Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48208?
5 public schools are located in 48208.
What is the racial composition of students in 48208?
48208 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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