For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,066 students in Dexter, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Dexter, MI are Dexter High School and Dexter Alternative School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dexter, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Dexter have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public high schools.
Dexter, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dexter High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Dexter, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dexter High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2200 N Parker Rd
Dexter, MI 48130
(734) 424-4240
Dexter, MI 48130
(734) 424-4240
Gr: 9-12 | 1,053 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Dexter Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2704 Baker Rd
Dexter, MI 48130
(734) 424-4100
Dexter, MI 48130
(734) 424-4100
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Bates
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2704 Baker Rd
Dexter, MI 48130
(734) 424-4100
Dexter, MI 48130
(734) 424-4100
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Dexter, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Dexter, MI include Dexter High School and Dexter Alternative School.
How many public high schools are located in Dexter?
3 public high schools are located in Dexter.
What is the racial composition of students in Dexter?
Dexter public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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