For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,297 students in 48209, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48209, MI are Clippert Academy, Way Academy Vernor Site and Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48209 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48209, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48209, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clippert Academy
(Math: 29% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1981 Mckinstry St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-5009
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-5009
Gr: 6-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Way Academy Vernor Site
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8701 W Vernor Hwy
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 444-8082
Gr: 6-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 68:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy
(Math: 16% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6021 Mcmillan St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Gr: PK-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Harms Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Central St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Gr: PK-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Earhart Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Scotten St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Gr: PK-8 | 1,002 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48209, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48209, MI include Clippert Academy, Way Academy Vernor Site and Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48209?
5 public middle schools are located in 48209.
What is the racial composition of students in 48209?
48209 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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