For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,223 students in 48208, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48208, MI are Detroit Lions Academy, Burton International Academy and George Crockett Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48208 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48208, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48208, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Detroit Lions Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2001 W Warren Ave
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 852-9677
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 852-9677
Gr: 6-12 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Burton International Academy
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Martin Luther King Jr Blv
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3800
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 596-3800
Gr: PK-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #33.
George Crockett Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4851 14th St
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 896-6078
Detroit, MI 48208
(313) 896-6078
Gr: PK-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48208, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48208, MI include Detroit Lions Academy, Burton International Academy and George Crockett Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48208?
3 public middle schools are located in 48208.
What is the racial composition of students in 48208?
48208 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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