For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 407 students in Bad Axe, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Bad Axe, MI are Huron Learning Center, Bad Axe High School and Ascent High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bad Axe, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Bad Axe have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Bad Axe, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bad Axe High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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 Bad Axe, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Huron Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1299 S Thomas Rd
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9274
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9274
Gr: PK-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Bad Axe High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 N Barrie Rd
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9593
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9593
Gr: 7-12 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Ascent High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
309 N Outer Dr
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-2737
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-2737
Gr: 9-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Huron Area Technical Center
Vocational School
1160 S Van Dyke Rd
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9284
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9284
Gr: 6-12
Bad Axe, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
309 North Outer Dr
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-2737
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-2737
Gr: K-2 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
2072 N. Verona Road
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-2110
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-2110
Gr: K-6 | 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Bad Axe, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Bad Axe, MI include Huron Learning Center, Bad Axe High School and Ascent High School.
How many public high schools are located in Bad Axe?
4 public high schools are located in Bad Axe.
What is the racial composition of students in Bad Axe?
Bad Axe public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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