For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,669 students in 48161, MI (there are , serving 770 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 48161, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48161, MI are Monroe County Education Center, Monroe County Middle College and Monroe County Youth Center. 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 15% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48161, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48161, MI 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monroe County Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1091 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Grades: PK-12
| 103 students
Rank: #22.
Monroe County Middle College
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 342-8750
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 342-8750
Grades: 9-12
| 321 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: 18% | 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.
Monroe Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
503 Washington St
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4000
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4000
Grades: 6-8
| 661 students
Rank: #66.
Custer Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5003 W Albain Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Grades: PK-6
| 674 students
Rank: #77.
Orchard Center High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | 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
Rank: #88.
Waterloo Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1933 S Custer Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Grades: PK-6
| 268 students
Rank: n/an/a
Monroe County Transition Center
Special Education School
1103 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 242-5799
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 242-5799
Grades: Inquire with school
| 37 students
48161, Michigan 51±¬ÁÏs (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 schools in 48161, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48161, MI include Monroe County Education Center, Monroe County Middle College and Monroe County Youth Center.
How many public schools are located in 48161?
9 public schools are located in 48161.
What percentage of students in 48161 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 48161 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48161?
48161 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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