Best Schools in River Rouge, Michigan
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in River Rouge?
Use this page to compare every school in River Rouge by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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River Rouge Stem Academy at Dunn
Elementary · River Rouge School District of the City of. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
River Rouge High School
High · River Rouge School District of the City of. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
River Rouge Alternative Virtual Academy
Other · River Rouge School District of the City of. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in River Rouge for 2026 are River Rouge Stem Academy at Dunn (6.1/10), River Rouge High School (5.9/10), and River Rouge Alternative Virtual Academy (5.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$56,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$56,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in River Rouge
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | River Rouge Stem Academy at Dunn | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | River Rouge High School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 3 | River Rouge Alternative Virtual Academy | 5.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Ann Visger K5 Preparatory Academy | 4.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Cb Sabbath 68 Preparatory Academy | 3.8 / 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
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $32,683
- Median home value
- $56,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 7%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 53%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How River Rouge compares
Michigan rank
#340 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$33k
45% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in River Rouge, Michigan
River Rouge, Michigan is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in River Rouge 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 River Rouge is River Rouge Stem Academy at Dunn with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
River Rouge is served by 1 school district: River Rouge School District of the City of. These districts collectively serve 3,060 students.
River Rouge's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $32,683. The poverty rate in the area is 40.0%.
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 | 353 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 618 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 290 students · 6th–8th | 3.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 961 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 838 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in River Rouge
River Rouge, Michigan · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$32,683
Median Home Value
$56,100
Median Rent
$759/mo
Population
7,096
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
40.0%
Community Profile
River Rouge has a median household income of $32,683. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $56,100, with a median rent of $759/month. The area has a poverty rate of 40.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in River Rouge, Michigan
How many schools are in River Rouge, Michigan?
River Rouge has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in River Rouge, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in River Rouge is 5.2 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 River Rouge, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in River Rouge on MySchoolScout is River Rouge Stem Academy at Dunn with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in River Rouge, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in River Rouge on MySchoolScout is River Rouge Stem Academy at Dunn with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best middle school in River Rouge, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in River Rouge on MySchoolScout is Cb Sabbath 68 Preparatory Academy with a composite score of 3.8/10.
What is the best high school in River Rouge, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in River Rouge on MySchoolScout is River Rouge High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve River Rouge, Michigan?
River Rouge is served by 1 school district: River Rouge School District of the City of.
What is the education level in River Rouge, Michigan?
According to Census data, 7% of adults in River Rouge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in River Rouge, Michigan?
The median household income in River Rouge is approximately $32,683 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in River Rouge, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in River Rouge is 182.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in River Rouge, 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.