For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,391 students in Macomb, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in Macomb, MI are Dakota High School, High School North and Glen H Peters School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Macomb, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Macomb have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public high schools.
Macomb, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dakota High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Macomb, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dakota High School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21051 21 Mile Rd
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 723-2700
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 723-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,625 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
High School North
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
23700 21 Mile Rd
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5270
Macomb, MI 48042
(586) 493-5270
Gr: 9-12 | 1,554 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Glen H Peters School
Special Education School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
46650 Heydenreich Rd
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 465-6251
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 465-6251
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Macomb, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in Macomb, MI include Dakota High School, High School North and Glen H Peters School.
How many public high schools are located in Macomb?
3 public high schools are located in Macomb.
What is the racial composition of students in Macomb?
Macomb public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Macomb are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Macomb include: High School North vs. Dakota High School
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