For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 1,319 students in Clare County, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Clare County, MI are Claregladwin Area School, Clare Pioneer High School and Harrison Alternative Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clare County, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Clare County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Clare County, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clare High School, with 90-94% 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 Clare County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Claregladwin Area School
Special Education School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥80% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4041 E Mannsiding Rd
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-3682
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-3682
Gr: PK-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Clare Pioneer High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
670 Ann Arbor Trl
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-3067
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-3067
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Harrison Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
420 W Spruce St
Harrison, MI 48625
(989) 539-7417
Harrison, MI 48625
(989) 539-7417
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Clare High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
306 Schoolcrest Ave
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-7789
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-7789
Gr: 9-12 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Farwell Timberland Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2655 W Ludington Dr
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-7219
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-7219
Gr: 8-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Farwell High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
480 E Ohio St
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9913
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9913
Gr: 8-12 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Harrison Community High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 S 5th St
Harrison, MI 48625
(989) 539-7417
Harrison, MI 48625
(989) 539-7417
Gr: 9-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Clare County, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Clare County, MI include Claregladwin Area School, Clare Pioneer High School and Harrison Alternative Education.
How many public high schools are located in Clare County?
7 public high schools are located in Clare County.
What is the racial composition of students in Clare County?
Clare County 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).
Which public high schools in Clare County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Clare County include: Farwell High School vs. Clare High School, Clare High School vs. Farwell High School, Harrison Community High School vs. Clare High School
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