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 ӣƵ 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.
Districts
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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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Parent / Guardian
June 27, 2025
Strongly dislike. This place does not care for students comfort, or thought. Especially the principal, she’s very inconsiderate and rude. My daughter strongly hates this school. Don’t understand how... More
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Golightly Education Center
Current student
June 27, 2025
I’m a student an i can tell you that this school sucks.
If i can give the school one star i would.
Parent / Guardian
June 26, 2025
When my kid came to this school she was bullied and yellled at she got into fights and I had to bring her out of that horrible school the first two weeks I would not recommend this school at all p.s... More
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Carleton Elementary School