For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,119 students in 48229, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 48229, MI are Downriver Digital Academy, Hope Academic Academy and Ralph J Bunche Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48229 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48229, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48229, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Downriver Digital Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27225 W Outer Dr
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Grades: K-12
| 29 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Hope Academic Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27225 W Outer Dr
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Grades: 9-12
| 67 students
Rank: #33.
Ralph J Bunche Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
503 Hyacinthe St
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4710
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4710
Grades: 1-4
| 318 students
Rank: #44.
Ecorse Community High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
27385 W Outer Dr
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4700
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4700
Grades: 8-12
| 296 students
Rank: #55.
Grandport Elementary Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4536 6th St
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4720
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4720
Grades: 4-8
| 335 students
Rank: n/an/a
Brenda Hague Early Learning Village
Magnet School
50 W Josephine St
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4750
Grades: PK-K
| 74 students
48229, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Downriver Diploma And Job Skills Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
27225 W Outer Dr
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 712-5146
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 712-5146
Grades: 6-12
| 7 students
Dr. Charles Drew Academy (Closed 2015)
Charter School
50 West Josephine St
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 383-7501
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 383-7501
Grades: K-8
| 369 students
27225 W. Outer Drive
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4730
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4730
Grades: 3-8
| 59 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48229, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48229, MI include Downriver Digital Academy, Hope Academic Academy and Ralph J Bunche Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48229?
6 public schools are located in 48229.
What is the racial composition of students in 48229?
48229 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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