For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,143 students in 48039, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 314 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 48039, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48039, MI are Marine City High School, Marine City Middle School and Belle River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48039 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48039, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48039, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marine City High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1085 Ward St
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1900
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1900
Grades: 9-12
| 456 students
Rank: #22.
Marine City Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6373 King Rd
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1201
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1201
Grades: 6-8
| 330 students
Rank: #33.
Belle River Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Chartier Rd
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1150
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1150
Grades: K-5
| 357 students
48039, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Riverview East High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
6373 King Rd
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1280
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1280
Grades: 9-12
| 25 students
403 N. Mary Street
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1450
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1450
Grades: K-5
| 317 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48039, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48039, MI include Marine City High School, Marine City Middle School and Belle River Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48039?
3 public schools are located in 48039.
What percentage of students in 48039 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 48039 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48039?
48039 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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