For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 3,300 students in 48205, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48205, MI are Turning Point Academy, Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy and Trix Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48205 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48205, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48205, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turning Point Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18501 Waltham St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 347-8900
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 347-8900
Gr: K-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15865 E 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 371-1300
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 371-1300
Gr: K-8 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #33.
Trix Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20045 Joann St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 426-1020
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 426-1020
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Pulaski Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13840 Lappin St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-7022
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-7022
Gr: K-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18440 Hoover St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-6700
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-6700
Gr: PK-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Brewer Academy
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18025 Brock St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0404
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 866-0404
Gr: PK-8 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Fisher Magnet Academy
Magnet School
15510 E State Fair St
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 642-4854
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 642-4854
Gr: PK-8 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48205, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48205, MI include Turning Point Academy, Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy and Trix Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48205?
7 public middle schools are located in 48205.
What is the racial composition of students in 48205?
48205 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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