For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,310 students in 48221, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,295 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 48221, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48221, MI are Bates Academy, The School At Marygrove and Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48221 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48221, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48221, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bates Academy
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19701 Wyoming St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7000
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7000
Gr: PK-8 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
The School At Marygrove
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8425 W Mcnichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 335-1331
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 335-1331
Gr: K-12 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8100 Curtis St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7175
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7175
Gr: PK-6 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #44.
Pasteur Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19811 Stoepel St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7314
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7314
Gr: PK-6 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #55.
Mumford High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17525 Wyoming St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 416-7064
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 416-7064
Gr: 9-12 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #66.
Schulze Academy For Technology And Arts
(Math: 7% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10700 Santa Maria St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 340-4400
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 340-4400
Gr: PK-8 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #77.
Palmer Park Preparatory Academy
(Math: 7% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3901 Margareta St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7300
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7300
Gr: PK-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #88.
Macdowell Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4201 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-8141
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-8141
Gr: PK-8 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48221, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48221, MI include Bates Academy, The School At Marygrove and Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology.
How many public schools are located in 48221?
8 public schools are located in 48221.
What percentage of students in 48221 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 48221 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48221?
48221 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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