For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,572 students in 48223, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48223, MI are Detroit Community Schools Elementary School, Gompers Elementarymiddle School and Detroit Leadership Academy K8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48223 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 7% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48223, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48223, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Detroit Community Schools Elementary 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
Gr: PK-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #22.
Gompers Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14450 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7495
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7495
Gr: PK-8 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #33.
Detroit Leadership Academy K8
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13550 Virgil St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 242-1500
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 242-1500
Gr: PK-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
48223, Michigan Public Schools (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 middle schools in 48223, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48223, MI include Detroit Community Schools Elementary School, Gompers Elementarymiddle School and Detroit Leadership Academy K8.
How many public middle schools are located in 48223?
3 public middle schools are located in 48223.
What is the racial composition of students in 48223?
48223 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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