For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,795 students in 48207, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48207, MI are Chrysler Elementary School, Detroit Edison Public School Academy and University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48207 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48207, 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 48207, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chrysler Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1445 E Lafayette St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8440
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8440
Gr: PK-5 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Detroit Edison Public School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1903 Wilkins St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 833-1100
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 833-1100
Gr: PK-8 | 901 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #33.
University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2251 Antietam Ave
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 782-4400
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 782-4400
Gr: K-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #44.
Detroit Edison Public School Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3403 Saint Aubin St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 877-9381
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 877-9381
Gr: 9-12 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #55.
Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3200 E Lafayette St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-7373
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-7373
Gr: 9-12 | 976 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #66.
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2664 Franklin St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 393-9166
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 393-9166
Gr: 9-12 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2985 E Jefferson Ave
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 259-1744
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 259-1744
Gr: PK-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #88.
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2985 E Jefferson Ave
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 259-1744
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 259-1744
Gr: 6-8 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #99.
Bunche Preparatory Academy
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2715 Macomb St
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8350
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 494-8350
Gr: PK-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48207, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48207, MI include Chrysler Elementary School, Detroit Edison Public School Academy and University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48207?
9 public schools are located in 48207.
What is the racial composition of students in 48207?
48207 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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