For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 362 students in 48229, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48229, MI are Downriver Digital Academy and Grandport Elementary Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48229 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48229, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48229, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: K-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Grandport Elementary Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4536 6th St
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4720
Ecorse, MI 48229
(313) 294-4720
Gr: 4-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48229, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48229, MI include Downriver Digital Academy and Grandport Elementary Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48229?
2 public middle schools are located in 48229.
What is the racial composition of students in 48229?
48229 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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