For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,658 students in 48202, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48202, MI are Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men, University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh and Dpscd Virtual School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48202 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48202, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48202 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is University Preparatory Academy Psad High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48202, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9026 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 596-3555
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 596-3555
Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #22.
University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
485 W Milwaukee St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 481-4000
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 481-4000
Gr: 6-12 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Dpscd Virtual School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9026 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-6897
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-6897
Gr: K-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
University Preparatory Academy Psad High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 Antoinette St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 874-4340
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 874-4340
Gr: 9-12 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48202, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48202, MI include Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men, University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh and Dpscd Virtual School.
How many public high schools are located in 48202?
4 public high schools are located in 48202.
What is the racial composition of students in 48202?
48202 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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