For the 2026 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
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
Gr: PK-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
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
Gr: 5-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
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
Gr: 8-12 | 1,295 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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
Gr: 6-12 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 59:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
48161, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12
908 E. 2nd Street
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4600
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4600
Gr: K-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
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
Gr: PK-12 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
15488 Eastwood Street
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5000
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5000
Gr: K-6 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
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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