For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 577 students in Ishpeming, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Ishpeming, MI are Ishpemingnegauneenice Comm Educational Division, Ishpeming High School and Westwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ishpeming, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Ishpeming have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Ishpeming, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is equal to the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Westwood High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Ishpeming, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ishpemingnegauneenice Comm Educational Division
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
325 S Pine St
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 475-4173
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 475-4173
Gr: 7-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Ishpeming High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
319 E Division St
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-1066
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-1066
Gr: 9-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Westwood High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 S Westwood Dr
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-1023
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-1023
Gr: 8-12 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Ishpeming, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Ishpeming, MI include Ishpemingnegauneenice Comm Educational Division, Ishpeming High School and Westwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in Ishpeming?
3 public high schools are located in Ishpeming.
What is the racial composition of students in Ishpeming?
Ishpeming public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Ishpeming are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Ishpeming include: Westwood High School vs. Ishpeming High School, Ishpeming High School vs. Westwood High School
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