Top 25 Public High Schools in Wayne County, According to Niche

Selecting the right high school is a pivotal decision that shapes your child’s academic future. In Wayne County, certain public high schools shine brighter than others, delivering exceptional results in academics, teacher quality and diverse student experiences.

Niche, a trusted platform for school rankings, has analyzed and graded the top public high schools in Wayne County. These rankings are based on crucial factors such as state test scores, teacher effectiveness, student-teacher ratios and school diversity.

Wondering if your local high school made the cut? Dive into the list of Wayne County’s best public high schools to see which ones stand out and why.

This story was updated on Dec. 10, 2024 by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Manager, Katina Beniaris. Her work included updating the list with 2025 rankings and adding a graphic of the best public high schools in Wayne County. Questions? Email katina@metroparent.com. 

Best public high schools in Wayne County

1. Northville High School, Northville (A+)
2. Grosse Pointe South High School, Grosse Pointe Farms (A+)
3. Grosse Pointe North High School, Grosse Pointe Woods (A)
4. Plymouth High School, Canton (A)
5. Salem High School, Canton (A)
6. Canton High School, Canton (A)
7. Woodhaven High School, Flat Rock (A-)
8. Grosse Ile High School, Grosse Ile (A-)
9. Adlai E. Stevenson High School, Livonia (A-)
10. Churchill High School, Livonia (A-)
11. Dearborn High School, Dearborn (B+)
12. Riverview Community High School, Riverview (B+)
13. Henry Ford Early College-Advanced Manufacturing, Dearborn (B+)
14. Allen Park High School, Allen Park (B+)
15. Franklin High School, Livonia (B+)
16. Oscar A. Carlson High School, Rockwood (B)
17. Huron High School, Huron (B)
18. Flat Rock Community High School, Flat Rock (B)
19. Fordson High School, Dearborn (B)
20. Trenton High School, Trenton (B)
21. Belleville High School, Belleville (B)
22. Edsel Ford High School, Dearborn (B-)
23. Roosevelt High School, Wyandotte (B-)
24. Southgate Anderson High School, Southgate (B-)
25. Wayne Memorial High School, Wayne (B-)

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