For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,725 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 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48216, MI are Covenant High School Southwest, Escuela Avancemos and Munger Elementarymiddle School. 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 11% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48216, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 37% (majority Black).
Best 48216, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Covenant High School Southwest
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
| 194 students
Rank: #22.
Escuela Avancemos
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2635 Howard St
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 596-0079
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 596-0079
Grades: K-8
| 422 students
Rank: #33.
Munger Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Martin St
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 873-0655
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 873-0655
Grades: PK-8
| 933 students
Rank: #44.
Detroit Public Safety Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
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
| 176 students
48216, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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 High School Southwest, Escuela Avancemos and Munger Elementarymiddle School.
How many public schools are located in 48216?
4 public schools are located in 48216.
What percentage of students in 48216 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48216 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48216?
48216 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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