For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 3,314 students in 48235, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48235, MI are Jerry L White Center, Renaissance High School and Lincolnking Adams Young School Grove Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48235 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48235, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48235 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jalen Rose Leadership Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48235, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jerry L White Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14804 W Mcnichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 416-4200
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 416-4200
Grades: 9-12
| 126 students
Rank: #22.
Renaissance High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6565 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 416-4600
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 416-4600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,171 students
Rank: #33.
Lincolnking Adams Young School Grove Campus
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13436 Grove St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 862-2352
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 862-2352
Grades: 9-12
| 505 students
Rank: #44.
David Ellis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18977 Schaefer Hwy
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 450-0642
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 450-0642
Grades: PK-12
| 215 students
Rank: #55.
Old Redford Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8001 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 543-3080
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 543-3080
Grades: 9-12
| 425 students
Rank: #66.
Jalen Rose Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15000 Trojan St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 397-3333
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 397-3333
Grades: 9-12
| 421 students
Rank: #77.
University Yes Academy
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14717 Curtis St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 270-2556
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 270-2556
Grades: K-12
| 440 students
Rank: n/an/a
Randolph Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
17101 Hubbell St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7100
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7100
Grades: 9-12
| 11 students
48235, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
17101 Hubbell St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7100
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7100
Grades: 9-12
| 104 students
16418 West Mcnichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 272-5473
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 272-5473
Grades: K-1
| n/a students
19370 Greenfield Street
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 345-4826
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 345-4826
Grades: 4-8
| 100 students
17210 Cambridge Ave
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0582
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0582
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
17351 Southfield Road
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 486-4260
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 486-4260
Grades: K-12
| 414 students
16164 Asbury Park
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0612
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0612
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
16411 Curtis St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-8557
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-8557
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
17300 Fargo Street
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7480
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7480
Grades: K-2
| 69 students
Hazel Park Empowerment West Alternative School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
10711 Puritan St
Detroit, MI 48235
(248) 658-5600
Detroit, MI 48235
(248) 658-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 10 students
7000 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(810) 908-4466
Detroit, MI 48235
(810) 908-4466
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
13436 Grove St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 892-1860
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 892-1860
Grades: K-12
| 526 students
19940 Mansfield St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 272-1649
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 272-1649
Grades: K-12
| 591 students
13735 W. Seven Mile
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7344
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7344
Grades: K
| 38 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 48235, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48235, MI include Jerry L White Center, Renaissance High School and Lincolnking Adams Young School Grove Campus.
How many public high schools are located in 48235?
8 public high schools are located in 48235.
What is the racial composition of students in 48235?
48235 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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