For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,876 students in 48227, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48227, MI are Dossin Elementarymiddle School, John R King Academic And Performing Arts Academy and Paul Robeson Malcolm X Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48227 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48227, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48227, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dossin Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16650 Glendale St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9390
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9390
Gr: PK-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
John R King Academic And Performing Arts Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15850 Strathmoor St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9600
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9600
Gr: PK-8 | 879 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Paul Robeson Malcolm X Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14771 Mansfield St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 494-8100
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 494-8100
Gr: PK-8 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #44.
Burns Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14350 Terry St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0534
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0534
Gr: PK-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
48227, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14213 Whitcomb St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 272-8333
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 272-8333
Gr: 6-8
14213 Whitcomb Avenue
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 272-8333
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 272-8333
Gr: 4-5
13001 Fenkell Street
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 873-0180
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 873-0180
Gr: PK-5 | 22 students
14350 Terry St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0534
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0534
Gr: K-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
15125 Schoolcraft Street
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0770
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0770
Gr: K-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
15850 Strathmoor Street
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9600
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9600
Gr: 6-8 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Cooley North Wing High School (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
15055 Hubbell St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-1144
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-1144
Gr: 9-12
16501 Elmira Street
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-1000
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-1000
Gr: K-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Fam Academy Of Detroit (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
15250 Grand River
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 273-8094
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 273-8094
Gr: 9-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
14735 Orangelawn Street
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0707
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 852-0707
Gr: PK-6 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
9600 Mettetal Street
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9363
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 866-9363
Gr: K-8 | 429 students
8145 Puritan Street
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 494-3830
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 494-3830
Gr: K-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
13600 Ward Street
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 873-0673
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 873-0673
Gr: PK-6 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Oakman Elementary Orthopedic School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
12920 Wadsworth St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 873-9540
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 873-9540
Gr: PK-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
12744 Elmira St
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 873-0260
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 873-0260
Gr: PK-8 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48227, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48227, MI include Dossin Elementarymiddle School, John R King Academic And Performing Arts Academy and Paul Robeson Malcolm X Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48227?
4 public middle schools are located in 48227.
What is the racial composition of students in 48227?
48227 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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