For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,150 students in 48229, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48229, MI are Downriver Digital Academy, Vincent G Parks Alternative Education Center and Ralph J Bunche Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48229 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48229, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48229, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Downriver Digital Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27225 W Outer Dr
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Gr: K-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Vincent G Parks Alternative Education Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27225 W Outer Dr
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Ralph J Bunche Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
503 Hyacinthe St
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4710
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4710
Gr: 1-4 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Grandport Elementary Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4536 6th St
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4720
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4720
Gr: 4-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Ecorse Community High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
27385 W Outer Dr
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4700
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
50 W Josephine St
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Gr: PK-K | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
48229, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Downriver Diploma And Job Skills Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
27225 W Outer Dr
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 712-5146
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 712-5146
Gr: 6-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
50 West Josephine St
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 383-7501
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 383-7501
Gr: K-8 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
27225 W. Outer Drive
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4730
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4730
Gr: 3-8 | 59 students Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48229, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48229, MI include Downriver Digital Academy, Vincent G Parks Alternative Education Center and Ralph J Bunche Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48229?
6 public schools are located in 48229.
What is the racial composition of students in 48229?
48229 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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