- Roberto Clemente Learning Academy — Grades PK–5 · 521 students
- Bennett Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 498 students
- Academy of the Americas at Logan — Grades K–3 · 495 students
- Coleman A Young Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 382 students
- Carleton Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 379 students
- Mann Learning Community — Grades PK–5 · 359 students
- Maybury Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 284 students
- Edison Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 279 students
- Gardner Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 239 students
- Wayne Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 234 students
- Chrysler Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 137 students
- Clippert Academy — Grades 6–8 · 424 students
- Cass Technical High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,493 students
- Western International High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,959 students
- Renaissance High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,197 students
- Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School — Grades 9–12 · 976 students
- Mumford High School — Grades 9–12 · 850 students
- East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney — Grades 9–12 · 639 students
- Henry Ford High School — Grades 9–12 · 607 students
- Southeastern High School — Grades 9–12 · 602 students
- Cody High School — Grades 9–12 · 563 students
- Detroit School of Arts — Grades 9–12 · 523 students
- Denby High School — Grades 9–12 · 464 students
- Pershing High School — Grades 9–12 · 415 students
- Central High School — Grades 9–12 · 403 students
- Osborn High School — Grades 9–12 · 403 students
- Communication and Media Arts High School — Grades 9–12 · 349 students
- Northwestern High School — Grades 9–12 · 305 students
- Charles R Drew Transition Center — 221 students
- Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine — Grades 9–12 · 191 students
- Jerry L White Center — Grades 9–12 · 120 students
- Diann BanksWilliamson Educational Center — 109 students
- Davis Aerospace Technical High School at Golightly — Grades 9–12 · 96 students
- Frederick Douglass Academy for Young Men — Grades 9–12 · 68 students
- Randolph Career and Technical Center — Grades 9–12 · 5 students
- Breithaupt Career and Technical Center — Grades 9–12 · 1 students
- Earhart ElementaryMiddle School — Grades PK–8 · 1,002 students
- Munger ElementaryMiddle School — Grades PK–8 · 954 students
- John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy — Grades PK–8 · 879 students
- Mackenzie ElementaryMiddle School — Grades PK–8 · 876 students
- Academy of The Americas High School — Grades 4–12 · 874 students
- Ronald Brown Academy — Grades PK–8 · 834 students
- Bates Academy — Grades PK–8 · 773 students
- Davison ElementaryMiddle School — Grades PK–8 · 765 students
- Fisher Magnet Academy — Grades PK–8 · 758 students
- Brenda Scott Academy for Theatre Arts — Grades PK–8 · 754 students
- Gompers ElementaryMiddle School — Grades PK–8 · 749 students
- Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural Studies — Grades PK–8 · 715 students
- Charles Wright Academy of Arts and Science — Grades PK–8 · 692 students
- Mary McLeod Bethune ElementaryMiddle School — Grades PK–8 · 692 students
- Priest ElementaryMiddle School — Grades PK–8 · 673 students
- Durfee ElementaryMiddle School — Grades PK–8 · 632 students
- Schulze Academy for Technology and Arts — Grades PK–8 · 630 students
- The School at Marygrove — Grades K–12 · 606 students
- Edward Duke Ellington at Beckham — Grades PK–8 · 560 students
- Henderson Academy — Grades PK–8 · 558 students
- Emerson ElementaryMiddle School — Grades PK–8 · 532 students
- Noble ElementaryMiddle School — Grades PK–8 · 512 students
- Dixon Elementary School — Grades PK–8 · 485 students
- Burton International Academy — Grades PK–8 · 482 students
- Mason Academy — Grades PK–8 · 476 students
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| Metric | Detroit Public Schools Community District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 108 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Detroit Public Schools Community District
Families searching for schools in Detroit, Michigan (ZIP 48227) are zoned to Detroit Public Schools Community District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Michigan districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Detroit Public Schools Community District spends approximately $14,100 per student per year, placing it near the Michigan state average of approximately $13,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Detroit Public Schools Community District qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Detroit Public Schools Community District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Detroit Public Schools Community District ranks among Michigan’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Detroit Public Schools Community District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 48227
Children in zip code 48227 are assigned to Detroit Public Schools Community District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 48227, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Detroit Public Schools Community District at (313)873-7922 or visit www.detroitk12.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Michigan districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Detroit
For families considering a purchase in the Detroit area, district assignment matters financially. Because Detroit Public Schools Community District serves zip code 48227, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 48227 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Michigan, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Detroit Public Schools Community District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 48227.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Detroit Public Schools Community District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 48227 data.