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River Rouge High School
High School · River Rouge School District of the City of
1460 W Coolidge Hwy, River Rouge, MI 48218
Enrollment
961
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
961
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,939 of 3,192
In River Rouge
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
River Rouge School District of the City of
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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High School in River Rouge · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About River Rouge High School
River Rouge High School is a public high school in River Rouge, MI, part of River Rouge School District of the City of. River Rouge High School serves approximately 961 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. River Rouge High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,939 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for River Rouge High School show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at River Rouge High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
85% of students at River Rouge High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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River Rouge High School — Students at River Rouge High School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How River Rouge High School Compares
See how River Rouge High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1460 W Coolidge Hwy, River Rouge, MI 48218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Rouge High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hope Academic Academy (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Ecorse), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ecorse Community High School (rated 5.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Ecorse), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WAY Academy Vernor Site (rated 4.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Detroit), with a comparable rating. For more schools in River Rouge, see our River Rouge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| River Rouge Alternative Virtual Academy River Rouge | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| River Rouge Stem Academy at Dunn River Rouge | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| CB Sabbath 68 Preparatory Academy River Rouge | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Ann Visger K5 Preparatory Academy River Rouge | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Ralph J Bunche Academy Ecorse | 1.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Brenda Hague Early Learning Village Ecorse | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Mark Twain ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Ecorse Community High School Ecorse | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Downriver Digital Academy Ecorse | 1.8 mi | — |
| Hope Academic Academy Ecorse | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Salina Intermediate 4 8 Dearborn | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Salina Elementary P 3 Dearborn | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| WAY Academy Vernor Site Detroit | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Bennett Elementary School Detroit | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary Detroit | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Raupp School Lincoln Park | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| GrandPort Elementary Academy Ecorse | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Roberto Clemente Learning Academy Detroit | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Allendale Elementary School Melvindale | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Harms Elementary School Detroit | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,683
Median Home Value
$56,100
Median Rent
$759/mo
Population
7,096
College Educated
7.1%
Homeownership
52.9%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
40%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Center Line High School Center Line, MI | 5.9 |
| Eastern High School Lansing, MI | 5.9 |
| Mumford High School Detroit, MI | 5.9 |
| Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology Southfield, MI | 5.9 |
| Sturgis High School Sturgis, MI | 5.9 |
| UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL & ACADEMY Detroit, MI | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Rouge High School
What grades does River Rouge High School serve?
River Rouge High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend River Rouge High School?
River Rouge High School has an enrollment of approximately 961 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Rouge High School?
The student-teacher ratio at River Rouge High School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does River Rouge High School rank in MI?
River Rouge High School ranks #1,939 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is River Rouge High School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Rouge High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at River Rouge High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Rouge High School has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is River Rouge High School a charter school?
No, River Rouge High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Rouge High School a Title I school?
No, River Rouge High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Rouge High School?
78.9% of students at River Rouge High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 961
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.3%
- Phone
- (313) 297-9600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
River Rouge School District of the City of- District Enrollment
- 3,060
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,716
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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