For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,134 students in 48219, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 33 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 48219, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48219, MI are Charles Wright Academy Of Arts And Science, Weston Preparatory Academy and Madisoncarver Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48219 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48219, 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 48219, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles Wright Academy Of Arts And Science
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19299 Berg Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 538-3024
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 538-3024
Gr: PK-8 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #22.
Weston Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22930 Chippewa St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 387-6038
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 387-6038
Gr: K-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #33.
Madisoncarver Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19900 Mcintyre St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 522-7602
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 522-7602
Gr: K-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
Rank: #44.
Old Redford Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17195 Redford St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 532-7510
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 532-7510
Gr: PK-4 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #55.
Communication And Media Arts High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19501 Berg Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 866-9300
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 866-9300
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Henry Ford High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20000 Evergreen Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7567
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7567
Gr: 9-12 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #77.
Old Redford Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22122 W Mcnichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 880-1807
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 880-1807
Gr: 5-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Emerson Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18240 Huntington Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 831-9688
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 831-9688
Gr: PK-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #99.
Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21605 W 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 541-7619
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 541-7619
Gr: PK-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: n/an/a
David Ellis Academy Pk
Charter School
23500 W 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 927-5395
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 927-5395
Gr: PK-K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48219, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48219, MI include Charles Wright Academy Of Arts And Science, Weston Preparatory Academy and Madisoncarver Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48219?
10 public schools are located in 48219.
What percentage of students in 48219 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 48219 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48219?
48219 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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