For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,196 students in 48223, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 89 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 48223, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48223, MI are Detroit Community Schools High School, Cooke Stem Academy and Detroit Community Schools Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48223 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48223, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48223, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Detroit Community Schools High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12675 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Gr: 9-12 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Cooke Stem Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18800 Puritan St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7458
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7458
Gr: PK-6 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
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 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #44.
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 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #55.
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 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48223, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48223, MI include Detroit Community Schools High School, Cooke Stem Academy and Detroit Community Schools Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48223?
5 public schools are located in 48223.
What percentage of students in 48223 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 48223 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48223?
48223 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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