For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,221 students in Rockwood, MI.
The top-ranked public high school in Rockwood, MI is Oscar A Carlson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rockwood, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Rockwood have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Rockwood, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oscar A Carlson High School, with 97% 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 and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Rockwood, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oscar A Carlson High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30550 W Jefferson Ave
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7100
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,104 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rockwood, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Downriver High School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
33211 Mccann Rd
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7080
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7080
Gr: 7-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Gibraltar Early Child Education Center (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
21762 Harding St
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7070
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7070
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Rockwood, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Rockwood, MI include Oscar A Carlson High School.
How many public high schools are located in Rockwood?
2 public high schools are located in Rockwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Rockwood?
Rockwood public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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