For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 911 students in 48228, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48228, MI are Way Academy Chicago Site, Detroit Leadership Academy High School and Cody High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48228 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48228, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48228 have a Graduation Rate of 59%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Detroit Leadership Academy High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48228, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Way Academy Chicago Site
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19321 W Chicago St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 444-9398
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 444-9398
Gr: 6-12 | 76 students
Rank: #22.
Detroit Leadership Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5845 Auburn St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 769-2015
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 769-2015
Gr: 7-12 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Cody High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18445 Cathedral St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Gr: 9-12 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Breithaupt Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
9300 Hubbell St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9550
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9550
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48228, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48228, MI include Way Academy Chicago Site, Detroit Leadership Academy High School and Cody High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48228?
4 public high schools are located in 48228.
What is the racial composition of students in 48228?
48228 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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