For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 320 students in 48216, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48216, MI are Covenant High School Southwest and Detroit Public Safety Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48216 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48216, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48216 have a Graduation Rate of 35%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Detroit Public Safety Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48216, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: 6-12 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48216, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48216, MI include Covenant High School Southwest and Detroit Public Safety Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 48216?
2 public high schools are located in 48216.
What is the racial composition of students in 48216?
48216 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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