For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,411 students in 48213, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48213, MI are Al Holmes Academy Of Blended Learning, Blackwell Institute and Hamilton Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48213 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48213, 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 48213, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Al Holmes Academy Of Blended Learning
(Math: 10% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8950 Crane St
Detroit, MI 48213
(313) 866-5644
Detroit, MI 48213
(313) 866-5644
Gr: PK-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Blackwell Institute
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9330 Shoemaker St
Detroit, MI 48213
(313) 866-4391
Detroit, MI 48213
(313) 866-4391
Gr: 3-8 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #33.
Hamilton Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14223 Southampton St
Detroit, MI 48213
(313) 870-0556
Detroit, MI 48213
(313) 870-0556
Gr: PK-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #44.
Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9860 Park Dr
Detroit, MI 48213
(313) 852-8500
Detroit, MI 48213
(313) 852-8500
Gr: PK-8 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48213, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48213, MI include Al Holmes Academy Of Blended Learning, Blackwell Institute and Hamilton Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48213?
4 public middle schools are located in 48213.
What is the racial composition of students in 48213?
48213 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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