For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,784 students in 48224, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 61 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 48224, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48224, MI are Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center, Carleton Elementary School and East English Village Preparatory Academy At Finney. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48224 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48224, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48224, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5020 Cadieux Rd
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 347-7280
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 347-7280
Gr: Inquire with school | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Carleton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11724 Casino St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-8322
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-8322
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
East English Village Preparatory Academy At Finney
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5020 Cadieux Rd
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 873-0655
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 873-0655
Gr: 9-12 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #44.
Wayne Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10633 Courville St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-0400
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-0400
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #55.
Ronald Brown Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11530 E Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-2611
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-2611
Gr: PK-8 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #66.
J E Clark Preparatory Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15755 Bremen St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9340
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9340
Gr: 3-8 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Denby High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12800 Kelly Rd
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-7200
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48224, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48224, MI include Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center, Carleton Elementary School and East English Village Preparatory Academy At Finney.
How many public schools are located in 48224?
7 public schools are located in 48224.
What percentage of students in 48224 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 48224 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48224?
48224 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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