Best Public Schools in Zip Code 48039

The 48039 zip code area in Michigan is home to 3 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the East China School District. Based on the available data, Marine City High School and Belle River Elementary School stand out as the top performers in the area, while Marine City Middle School faces some challenges.

Marine City High School ranks 241 out of 743 Michigan high schools and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. It boasts a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 82.8% and performs above the district and state averages in SAT/Evidence-Based Reading and Writing proficiency. In contrast, Belle River Elementary School excels in M-Step English Language Arts and Math proficiency for grades 3-5, with over 50% proficiency in 4th and 5th grade M-Step English Language Arts.

While the schools in the 48039 zip code generally perform at or above the East China School District averages, some metrics, such as M-Step Science and Social Studies, lag behind the state averages. Additionally, all three schools have a high chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5%, which is an area of concern and may impact student learning and achievement. The higher spending per student at Marine City High School may contribute to its relatively stronger performance compared to the other schools in the area.