For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,632 students in Hamtramck, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Hamtramck, MI are Caniff Liberty Academy, Horizon High School and Oakland International Academy 912. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamtramck, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Hamtramck have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Hamtramck, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oakland International Academy 912, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Hamtramck, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caniff Liberty Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2650 Caniff St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(248) 327-7673
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(248) 327-7673
Gr: PK-9 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Horizon High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3225 Caniff St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7404
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7404
Gr: 9-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Oakland International Academy 912
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2619 Florian St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 285-8990
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 285-8990
Gr: 9-12 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Hamtramck High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11410 Charest St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7401
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7401
Gr: 9-12 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Frontier International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13200 Conant St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6300
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6300
Gr: K-12 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Bridge Impact
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3105 Carpenter St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Gr: K-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Detroit International Academy For Young Women
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5161 Charles St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-3050
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-3050
Gr: PK-12 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Hamtramck, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3056 Hanley St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 347-0026
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 347-0026
Gr: K-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
13322 Conant Street
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3500
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3500
Gr: 7-12 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
5161 Charles St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-6810
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-6810
Gr: PK
5161 Charles St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3595
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3595
Gr: PK-8 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
17601 Mound Rd
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-8300
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-8300
Gr: 9-12
17600 Ryan Rd
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-3200
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-3200
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Hamtramck, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Hamtramck, MI include Caniff Liberty Academy, Horizon High School and Oakland International Academy 912.
How many public high schools are located in Hamtramck?
7 public high schools are located in Hamtramck.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamtramck?
Hamtramck public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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