For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 956 students in 48219, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48219, MI are Communication And Media Arts High School and Henry Ford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48219 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48219, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48219 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Communication And Media Arts High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48219, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48219, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48219, MI include Communication And Media Arts High School and Henry Ford High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48219?
2 public high schools are located in 48219.
What is the racial composition of students in 48219?
48219 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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