Best 48044 Michigan Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,837 students in 48044, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48044, MI are Dakota High School and Glen H Peters School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48044 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48044, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48044 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dakota High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).

Best 48044, MI Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dakota High School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
21051 21 Mile Rd
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 723-2700
Grades: 9-12
| 2,625 students
Rank: #22.
Glen H Peters School
Special Education School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
46650 Heydenreich Rd
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 465-6251
Grades: PK-12
| 212 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 48044, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48044, MI include Dakota High School and Glen H Peters School.
How many public high schools are located in 48044?
2 public high schools are located in 48044.
What is the racial composition of students in 48044?
48044 public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).

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