For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 381 students in Elk Rapids, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Elk Rapids, MI are Elk Rapids High School and Sunrise Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elk Rapids, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Elk Rapids have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public high schools.
Elk Rapids, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Elk Rapids 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 9% 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 Elk Rapids, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elk Rapids High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
308 Meguzee Pt
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Gr: 9-12 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Sunrise Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 Meguzee Pt
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Gr: 9-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Elk Rapids, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Elk Rapids, MI include Elk Rapids High School and Sunrise Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Elk Rapids?
2 public high schools are located in Elk Rapids.
What is the racial composition of students in Elk Rapids?
Elk Rapids public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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