For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 257 students in the neighborhood of Downtown Detroit, Detroit, MI.
The top-ranked public school in Downtown Detroit is Capstonewayne Co Juvenile Detention Fac. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Downtown Detroit, Detroit, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Downtown Detroit, Detroit, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capstonewayne Co Juvenile Detention Fac
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3501 Hamtramck Dr
Detroit, MI 48215
(313) 831-3510
Detroit, MI 48215
(313) 831-3510
Gr: 4-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Downtown Detroit, Detroit, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Downtown Detroit, Detroit, MI include Capstonewayne Co Juvenile Detention Fac.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Downtown Detroit, Detroit?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Downtown Detroit, Detroit.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Downtown Detroit, Detroit?
the neighborhood of Downtown Detroit, Detroit public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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