For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,580 students in 48240, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48240, MI are Redford Union Virtual Learning, Redford Union High School and David Ellis Academy West. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48240 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48240, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48240 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Michigan average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Redford Union High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 48240, MI Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Redford Union Virtual Learning
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17711 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3700
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3700
Grades: 6-12
| 83 students
Rank: #22.
Redford Union High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17711 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4200
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4200
Grades: 9-12
| 736 students
Rank: #33.
David Ellis Academy West
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19800 Beech Daly Rd
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 450-0300
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 450-0300
Grades: PK-12
| 663 students
Rank: #44.
Stuckey Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26000 Fargo
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Grades: K-12
| 98 students
48240, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
27100 Bennett
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-6001
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-6001
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Detroit West Preparatory Academy (Closed 2015)
Charter School
25940 Grand River Ave
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 387-9238
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 387-9238
Grades: PK-7
| 370 students
Elementary Day Treatment (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
17715 Brady
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3701
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3701
Grades: K-8
| 99 students
Redford Union Alternative Education Center (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
17711 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4258
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4258
Grades: 6-12
| 51 students
Regents Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
17715 Brady Street
Redford, MI 48240
(888) 473-2408
Redford, MI 48240
(888) 473-2408
Grades: K-12
| 536 students
17715 Brady
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-6001
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-6001
Grades: 9-12
| 73 students
26000 Fargo
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Grades: 2-5
| 365 students
Unified Middle Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
17715 Brady
Redford, MI 48240
(248) 703-5919
Redford, MI 48240
(248) 703-5919
Grades: 6-8
| 22 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 48240, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48240, MI include Redford Union Virtual Learning, Redford Union High School and David Ellis Academy West.
How many public high schools are located in 48240?
4 public high schools are located in 48240.
What is the racial composition of students in 48240?
48240 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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