For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 299 students in 49040, MI.
The top ranked public high school in 49040, MI is Colon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49040 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49040, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49040 have a Graduation Rate of 44%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Colon High School, with 40-49% 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 49040, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colon High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Dallas St
Colon, MI 49040
(269) 432-3231
Colon, MI 49040
(269) 432-3231
Gr: 6-12 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
328 E State St
Colon, MI 49040
(248) 770-5761
Colon, MI 49040
(248) 770-5761
Gr: K-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49040, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49040, MI include Colon High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49040?
2 public high schools are located in 49040.
What is the racial composition of students in 49040?
49040 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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