For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,413 students in Highland, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 113 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Highland, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Highland, MI are Milford High School, Heritage Elementary School and Spring Mills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highland, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Highland have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Highland, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Milford High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2380 S Milford Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8091
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8091
Grades: 7-12
| 1,242 students
Rank: #22.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
219 Watkins Blvd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8190
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8190
Grades: K-5
| 458 students
Rank: #33.
Spring Mills Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3150 Harvey Lake Rd
Highland, MI 48356
(248) 684-8130
Highland, MI 48356
(248) 684-8130
Grades: K-5
| 417 students
Rank: #44.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 W Livingston Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8070
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8070
Grades: PK-5
| 288 students
Rank: n/an/a
Apollo Center
Special Education School
2029 N Milford Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8134
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8134
Grades: PK-12
| 8 students
Highland, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2029 N. Milford Road
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8040
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8040
Grades: K-5
| 232 students
305 North John St
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8080
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8080
Grades: 6-8
| 461 students
2390 S Milford Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8230
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8230
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Highland, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Highland, MI include Milford High School, Heritage Elementary School and Spring Mills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Highland?
5 public schools are located in Highland.
What percentage of students in Highland go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Highland are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Highland?
Highland public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Highland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Highland include: Highland Elementary School vs. Heritage Elementary School, Spring Mills Elementary School vs. Highland Elementary School, Highland Elementary School vs. Spring Mills Elementary School
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