For the 2025 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 6,773 students in 48235, MI (there are , serving 200 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 48235, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48235, MI are Pembroke Academy, Jerry L White Center and Renaissance High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48235 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48235, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 48235, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pembroke Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19940 Mansfield St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 243-0092
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 243-0092
Gr: K-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Jerry L White Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14804 W Mcnichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 416-4200
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 416-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Renaissance High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6565 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 416-4600
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 416-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,171 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #44.
Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6501 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 651-2400
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 651-2400
Gr: PK-8 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Detroit Achievement Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7000 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 468-9518
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 468-9518
Gr: K-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
David Ellis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18977 Schaefer Hwy
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 450-0642
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 450-0642
Gr: PK-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16827 Appoline St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 341-4944
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 341-4944
Gr: K-8 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 51:1
Rank: #88.
Adamsyoung Building
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13130 Grove St
Detroit, MI 48235
(734) 734-7193
Detroit, MI 48235
(734) 734-7193
Gr: K-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 52:1
Rank: #99.
Lincolnking Adams Young School Grove Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13436 Grove St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 862-2352
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 862-2352
Gr: 9-12 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
Rank: #1010.
Bow Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19801 Prevost St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0500
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0500
Gr: PK-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #1111.
Rutherford Winans Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16411 Curtis St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0709
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0709
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #1212.
Jalen Rose Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15000 Trojan St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 397-3333
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 397-3333
Gr: 9-12 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
Rank: #1313.
University Yes Academy
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14717 Curtis St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 270-2556
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 270-2556
Gr: K-12 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #1414.
Old Redford Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8001 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 543-3080
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 543-3080
Gr: 9-12 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #1515.
Vernor Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13726 Pembroke Ave
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7342
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7342
Gr: PK-8 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: n/an/a
Lincolnking Adamsyoung 68
Charter School
17351 Southfield Fwy
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 486-4626
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 486-4626
Gr: 6-8 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
Rank: n/an/a
Randolph Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
17101 Hubbell St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7100
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
48235, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
17101 Hubbell St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7100
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
19370 Greenfield Street
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 345-4826
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 345-4826
Gr: 4-8 | 100 students
17210 Cambridge Ave
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0582
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0582
Gr: K-8
17351 Southfield Road
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 486-4260
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 486-4260
Gr: K-12 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
16411 Curtis St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-8557
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-8557
17300 Fargo Street
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7480
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7480
Gr: K-2 | 69 students
Hazel Park Empowerment West Alternative School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
10711 Puritan St
Detroit, MI 48235
(248) 658-5600
Detroit, MI 48235
(248) 658-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
13436 Grove St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 892-1860
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 892-1860
Gr: K-12 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
19940 Mansfield St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 272-1649
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 272-1649
Gr: K-12 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
13735 W. Seven Mile
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7344
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7344
Gr: K | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48235, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48235, MI include Pembroke Academy, Jerry L White Center and Renaissance High School.
How many public schools are located in 48235?
17 public schools are located in 48235.
What percentage of students in 48235 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 48235 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48235?
48235 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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