For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,864 students in 48161, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 703 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 48161, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 48161, MI are Monroe County Education Center, Monroe County Middle College and Monroe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48161 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 48161, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 48161, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monroe County Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1091 South Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Grades: PK-12
| 104 students
Rank: #22.
Monroe County Middle College
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 South Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2620
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2620
Grades: 9-12
| 356 students
Rank: #33.
Monroe Middle School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
503 Washington St
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4000
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4000
Grades: 6-8
| 655 students
Rank: #44.
Monroe County Youth Center
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3600 South Custer Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 342-8620
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 342-8620
Grades: 5-12
| 6 students
Rank: #55.
Monroe High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
901 Herr Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3400
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3400
Grades: 8-12
| 1,357 students
Rank: #66.
Waterloo Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1933 South Custer Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Grades: PK-6
| 220 students
Rank: #77.
Custer Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5003 West Albain Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Grades: PK-6
| 834 students
Rank: #88.
Orchard Center High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1750 Oak St
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3700
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3700
Grades: 6-12
| 291 students
Rank: n/an/a
Monroe County Transition Center
Special Education School
1103 South Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 242-5799
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 242-5799
Grades: Inquire with school
| 41 students
48161, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Great Start Readiness Program Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1101 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2620
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2620
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
908 E. 2nd Street
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4600
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4600
Grades: K-6
| 317 students
Monroe County Isd - Local Based Spec Ed Programs (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
1101 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 242-5799
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 242-5799
Grades: PK-12
| 474 students
15488 Eastwood Street
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5000
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5000
Grades: K-6
| 156 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48161, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48161, MI include Monroe County Education Center, Monroe County Middle College and Monroe Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48161, MI?
9 public schools are located in 48161, MI.
What percentage of students in 48161, MI go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 48161, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48161, MI?
48161, MI public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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