For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 743 students in Hillsdale, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in Hillsdale, MI are Horizon Alternative School, Greenfield School and Will Carleton Charter School Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hillsdale, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Hillsdale have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Hillsdale, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hillsdale 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 Hillsdale, MI (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horizon Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30 S Norwood Ave
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Greenfield School
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1812
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1812
Gr: PK-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Will Carleton Charter School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2001 W Hallett Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2000
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2000
Gr: K-12 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Hillsdale High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
30 S Norwood Ave
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Gr: 9-12 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Hillsdale Area Career Center
Vocational School
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1881
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1881
Gr: 11-12
Hillsdale, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dean Jennings Educational Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Gr: Inquire with school
Hillsdale Isd Local Programs (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Gr: K-12
Lochaven Center For Community Advancement (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
201 Barnard St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Gr: 6-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Hillsdale, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in Hillsdale, MI include Horizon Alternative School, Greenfield School and Will Carleton Charter School Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Hillsdale?
5 public high schools are located in Hillsdale.
What is the racial composition of students in Hillsdale?
Hillsdale 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).
Which public high schools in Hillsdale are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Hillsdale include: Greenfield School vs. Hillsdale High School
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