For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,193 students in 48223, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 89 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 48223, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48223, MI are Cooke Stem Academy, Detroit Community Schools High School and Detroit Community Schools Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48223 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48223, 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 36% (majority Black).
Best 48223, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cooke Stem Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18800 Puritan St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7458
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7458
Grades: PK-6
| 334 students
Rank: #22.
Detroit Community Schools High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12675 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Grades: 9-12
| 266 students
Rank: #33.
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12675 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Grades: PK-8
| 302 students
Rank: #44.
Gompers Elementarymiddle School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14450 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7495
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7495
Grades: PK-8
| 838 students
Rank: #55.
Detroit Leadership Academy K8
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13550 Virgil St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 242-1500
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 242-1500
Grades: PK-8
| 453 students
48223, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Allen Academy (Closed 2005)
Charter School
14595 Heyden
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 541-1436
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 541-1436
Grades: K-9
| 673 students
20710 Pilgrim St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7487
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7487
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Far West Alternative Education (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
15320 Lamphere Avenue
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7721
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7721
Grades: 3-9
| 104 students
23901 Fenkell St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-8557
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-8557
Grades: PK
| n/a students
14450 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7606
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7606
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
12901 Beaverland Street
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7492
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7492
Grades: K-5
| 173 students
14825 Lamphere Street
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7484
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7484
Grades: K-6
| 346 students
Murphy Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
23901 Fenkell St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7585
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7585
Grades: PK-8
| 157 students
14200 Westwood St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-0710
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-0710
Grades: K-8
| 452 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48223, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48223, MI include Cooke Stem Academy, Detroit Community Schools High School and Detroit Community Schools Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48223?
5 public schools are located in 48223.
What percentage of students in 48223 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 48223 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48223?
48223 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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