For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 249 students in 48223, MI.
The top-ranked public high school in 48223, MI is Detroit Community Schools High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 48223 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48223, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48223 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Detroit Community Schools High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48223, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Detroit Community Schools High 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
Gr: 9-12 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
48223, Michigan 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Far West Alternative Education (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
15320 Lamphere Avenue
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7721
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7721
Gr: 3-9 | 104 students Minority enrollment: 99%
23901 Fenkell St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-8557
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-8557
Gr: PK
12901 Beaverland Street
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7492
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7492
Gr: K-5 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
14825 Lamphere Street
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7484
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7484
Gr: K-6 | 346 students Minority enrollment: 97%
23901 Fenkell St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7585
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7585
Gr: PK-8 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
14200 Westwood St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-0710
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-0710
Gr: K-8 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48223, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48223, MI include Detroit Community Schools High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48223?
1 public high schools are located in 48223.
What is the racial composition of students in 48223?
48223 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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