For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 1,889 students in 48240, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48240, MI are Redford Union Virtual Learning, Veritas and Redford Union Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48240 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48240, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48240 have a Graduation Rate of 65%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Redford Union High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48240, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Redford Union Virtual Learning
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18255 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3700
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3700
Gr: 6-12 | 71 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Veritas
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18255 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3250
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3250
Gr: 9-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 53:1
Rank: #33.
Redford Union Jr High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17711 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4000
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4000
Gr: 7-9 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Keeler School
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17715 Brady
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Gr: K-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
David Ellis Academy West
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19800 Beech Daly Rd
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 450-0300
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 450-0300
Gr: PK-12 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #66.
Redford Union High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17711 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4200
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4200
Gr: 10-12 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
48240, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
B Beck Education Center (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
27100 Bennett
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3501
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3501
Gr: PK-K
25940 Grand River Ave
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 387-9238
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 387-9238
Gr: PK-7 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Elementary Day Treatment (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
17715 Brady
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3701
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3701
Gr: K-8 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
17715 Brady
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3801
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3801
Gr: PK-1 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Redford Union Alternative Education Center (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
17711 Kinloch
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4258
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-4258
Gr: 6-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
17715 Brady Street
Redford, MI 48240
(888) 473-2408
Redford, MI 48240
(888) 473-2408
Gr: K-12 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 268:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
17715 Brady
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-6001
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-6001
Gr: 9-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 73:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
26000 Fargo
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Redford, MI 48240
(313) 242-3900
Gr: 2-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Unified Middle Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
17715 Brady
Redford, MI 48240
(248) 703-5919
Redford, MI 48240
(248) 703-5919
Gr: 6-8 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48240, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48240, MI include Redford Union Virtual Learning, Veritas and Redford Union Jr High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48240?
6 public high schools are located in 48240.
What is the racial composition of students in 48240?
48240 public high schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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