For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,190 students in 48224, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48224, MI are East English Village Preparatory Academy At Finney and Denby High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48224 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48224, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48224 have a Graduation Rate of 66%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Denby High School, with 65-69% 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 48224, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East English Village Preparatory Academy At Finney
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5020 Cadieux Rd
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 873-0655
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 873-0655
Gr: 9-12 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Denby High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12800 Kelly Rd
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-7200
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
48224, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10215 King Richard
Detroit, MI 48224
Detroit, MI 48224
Gr: K-8 | 379 students Minority enrollment: 99%
10125 King Richard
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9350
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9350
Gr: K-8 | 276 students
11433 Beaconsfield
Detroit, MI 48224
(248) 658-5600
Detroit, MI 48224
(248) 658-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
9740 Mckinney St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Gr: K-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
9740 Mckinney St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Gr: 6-8 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
5959 Whittier Street
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-6070
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-6070
Gr: K-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48224, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48224, MI include East English Village Preparatory Academy At Finney and Denby High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48224?
2 public high schools are located in 48224.
What is the racial composition of students in 48224?
48224 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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