For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,391 students in Macomb, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Macomb, MI are Dakota High School, High School North and Glen H Peters School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Macomb, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Macomb have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public high schools.
Macomb, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dakota High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Macomb, MI (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dakota High School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21051 21 Mile Rd
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 723-2700
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 723-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,625 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
High School North
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
23700 21 Mile Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5270
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5270
Gr: 9-12 | 1,554 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Glen H Peters School
Special Education School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
46650 Heydenreich Rd
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 465-6251
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 465-6251
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Macomb, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Macomb, MI include Dakota High School, High School North and Glen H Peters School.
How many public high schools are located in Macomb?
3 public high schools are located in Macomb.
What is the racial composition of students in Macomb?
Macomb public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Macomb are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Macomb include: High School North vs. Dakota High School
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