Best Schools in Ecorse, Michigan
6 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Ecorse by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hope Academic Academy
High · Ecorse Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ecorse Community High School
High · Ecorse Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Grandport Elementary Academy
Middle · Ecorse Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ecorse for 2026 are Hope Academic Academy (6.1/10), Ecorse Community High School (5.2/10), and Grandport Elementary Academy (2.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$59,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$59,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ecorse
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hope Academic Academy | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Ecorse Community High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Grandport Elementary Academy | 2.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Ralph J Bunche Academy | 2.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $45,148
- Median home value
- $59,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Ecorse compares
Michigan rank
#367 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.7
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$45k
62% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Ecorse, Michigan
Ecorse, Michigan is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Ecorse show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ecorse is Hope Academic Academy with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ecorse is served by 1 school district: Ecorse Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 1,146 students.
Ecorse's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,148. The poverty rate in the area is 24.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 77 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 5.7 |
| 2 | 302 students · 1st–4th | 2.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 358 students · 4th–8th | 2.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 315 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Ecorse
Ecorse, Michigan · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,148
Median Home Value
$59,300
Median Rent
$879/mo
Population
9,166
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
65%
Poverty Rate
24.0%
Community Profile
Ecorse has a median household income of $45,148. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $59,300, with a median rent of $879/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ecorse, Michigan
How many schools are in Ecorse, Michigan?
Ecorse has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ecorse, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ecorse is 4.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ecorse, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Ecorse on MySchoolScout is Hope Academic Academy with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ecorse, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ecorse on MySchoolScout is Ralph J Bunche Academy with a composite score of 2.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Ecorse, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Ecorse on MySchoolScout is Grandport Elementary Academy with a composite score of 2.9/10.
What is the best high school in Ecorse, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Ecorse on MySchoolScout is Hope Academic Academy with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Ecorse, Michigan?
Ecorse is served by 1 school district: Ecorse Public Schools.
What is the education level in Ecorse, Michigan?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Ecorse have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ecorse, Michigan?
The median household income in Ecorse is approximately $45,148 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ecorse, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ecorse is 27.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ecorse, Michigan?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.