For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,029 students in 48161, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48161, MI are Monroe County Middle College, Monroe County Education Center and Monroe County Youth Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48161 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48161, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48161 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Monroe High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48161, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monroe County Middle College
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1101 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 342-8750
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 342-8750
Grades: 9-12
| 321 students
Rank: #22.
Monroe County Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1091 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Grades: PK-12
| 103 students
Rank: #33.
Monroe County Youth Center
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3600 S Custer Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 240-3220
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 240-3220
Grades: 5-12
| 13 students
Rank: #44.
Monroe High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
901 Herr Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3400
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3400
Grades: 8-12
| 1,295 students
Rank: #55.
Orchard Center High School
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1750 Oak St
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3700
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-3700
Grades: 6-12
| 297 students
48161, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Great Start Readiness Program Elementary School (Closed 2023)
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 high schools in 48161, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48161, MI include Monroe County Middle College, Monroe County Education Center and Monroe County Youth Center.
How many public high schools are located in 48161?
5 public high schools are located in 48161.
What is the racial composition of students in 48161?
48161 public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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