Best 48221 Michigan Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,386 students in 48221, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48221, MI are The School At Marygrove and Mumford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48221 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48221, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48221 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is The School At Marygrove, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).

Best 48221, MI Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The School At Marygrove
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
8425 W Mcnichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 335-1331
Gr: K-12 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Mumford High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
17525 Wyoming St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 416-7064
Gr: 9-12 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 48221 Michigan

48221, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
20119 Wisconsin St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 345-6050
Gr: 6-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
19701 Wyoming Avenue
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7250
Gr: 7-10 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
16151 James Couzens
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 935-1388
Gr: K-5 | 65 students
2585 Grove St
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-3939
Gr: 6-8 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
3901 Margareta
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-7300
Gr: PK-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
20119 Wisconsin Street
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 494-3851
Gr: 9-12 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
16151 James Couzens
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 935-1388
Gr: K-5 | 65 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48221, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48221, MI include The School At Marygrove and Mumford High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48221?
2 public high schools are located in 48221.
What is the racial composition of students in 48221?
48221 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).

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