For the 2025-26 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.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 48044 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (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.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 48044 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 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48044, MI ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (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.
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 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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