For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 959 students in 48224, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48224, MI are Ronald Brown Academy and J E Clark Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48224 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 48224, 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 48224, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ronald Brown Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11530 E Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-2611
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-2611
Gr: PK-8 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
J E Clark Preparatory Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15755 Bremen St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9340
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9340
Gr: 3-8 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48224, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48224, MI include Ronald Brown Academy and J E Clark Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48224?
2 public middle schools are located in 48224.
What is the racial composition of students in 48224?
48224 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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