For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,046 students in 48209, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48209, MI are Way Academy 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 30%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 48% 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 63%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Western International High School, with 67% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48209, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Way Academy Vernor Site
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8701 W Vernor Hwy
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Gr: 6-12 | 115 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 115:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Western International High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Scotten St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4758
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4758
Gr: 9-12 | 1,931 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
48209, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
840 Waterman St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Gr: PK-K | 40 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Covenant House Academy Southwest (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
5668 Baker St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 463-2023
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 463-2023
Gr: 9-12 | 262 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
6921 West Fort St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Gr: 6-8 | 313 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
9200 Olivet Street
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2023
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2023
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
6921 West Fort St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4521
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4521
Gr: 9-12 | 611 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
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 Academy Vernor Site and Western International High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48209?
2 public high schools are located in 48209.
What is the racial composition of students in 48209?
48209 public high schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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