For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 3,546 students in 48228, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48228, MI are Way Academy Chicago Site, Warrendale Charter Academy and Detroit Premier Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48228 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48228, 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 48228, MI Public Middle 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.
Warrendale Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19400 Sawyer St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 240-4200
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 240-4200
Gr: K-8 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Detroit Premier Academy
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7781 Asbury Park
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-1472
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-1472
Gr: K-8 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Detroit Innovation Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18211 Plymouth Rd
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 736-5537
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 736-5537
Gr: K-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #55.
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: #66.
Dixon Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Trinity St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 947-1330
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 947-1330
Gr: PK-8 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #77.
Carver Stem Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18701 Paul St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 240-6622
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 240-6622
Gr: PK-8 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Henderson Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16101 W Chicago St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0512
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0512
Gr: PK-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48228, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48228, MI include Way Academy Chicago Site, Warrendale Charter Academy and Detroit Premier Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48228?
8 public middle schools are located in 48228.
What is the racial composition of students in 48228?
48228 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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