For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 370 students in 48216, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48216, MI are Covenant High School Southwest and Detroit Public Safety Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48216 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 48216, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48216 have a Graduation Rate of 49%, which is less than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Detroit Public Safety Academy, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48216, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Covenant High School Southwest
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1450 25th St
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 297-8720
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 297-8720
Grades: 9-12
| 194 students
Rank: #22.
Detroit Public Safety Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1250 Rosa Parks Blvd
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 965-6916
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 965-6916
Grades: 6-12
| 176 students
48216, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2635 Howard St
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 963-7757
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 963-7757
Grades: 9-12
| 63 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 48216, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48216, MI include Covenant High School Southwest and Detroit Public Safety Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 48216?
2 public high schools are located in 48216.
What is the racial composition of students in 48216?
48216 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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