For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 85 students in 49234, MI.
The top ranked public high school in 49234, MI is Columbia Alternative Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 49234 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49234, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49234 have a Graduation Rate of 30%, which is less than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Columbia Alternative Education, with 21-39% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49234, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Columbia Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4460 N Lake Rd
Clarklake, MI 49234
(517) 529-9400
Clarklake, MI 49234
(517) 529-9400
Grades: 6-12
| 85 students
49234, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Columbia Step Up (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
4460 N Lake Road
Clarklake, MI 49234
(517) 529-9400
Clarklake, MI 49234
(517) 529-9400
Grades: K-12
| 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49234, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49234, MI include Columbia Alternative Education.
How many public high schools are located in 49234?
1 public high schools are located in 49234.
What is the racial composition of students in 49234?
49234 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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