These are some of the top-rated public schools in Detroit based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Detroit at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
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Detroit Public Schools Community District
48,548 students | DETROIT, MI
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 118 schools -
Education Achievement Authority Of Michigan
5,089 students | DETROIT, MI
Grades K-9 | 1 school
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Reviews From Schools in Detroit
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Current student
April 24, 2025
I really like Detroit Prep, as a student there. It teaches you almost everything you need to know later on! Of course, there are some things I don't like, but the teachers are nice, they meet with our... More
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Detroit Prep
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 17, 2025
While the school building is visually appealing and well-maintained, there are significant concerns regarding the learning environment. Many students appear to spend the majority of their day engaged... More
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Detroit Achievement Academy
Parent / Guardian
April 17, 2025
It is extremely hard to communicate with teachers. My kid has been at this school for 5 years and over the 5 yrs only 2 teachers have communicated properly & that is the 4th/5th grade teachers... More
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Bates Academy
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