For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 412 students in 48229, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48229, MI are Downriver Digital Academy, Vincent G Parks Alternative Education Center and Ecorse Community High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48229 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48229, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48229 have a Graduation Rate of 64%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ecorse Community High School, with 70-79% 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 48229, MI Public High Schools (2026)
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.
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%
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 high schools in 48229, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48229, MI include Downriver Digital Academy, Vincent G Parks Alternative Education Center and Ecorse Community High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48229?
3 public high schools are located in 48229.
What is the racial composition of students in 48229?
48229 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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