For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 466 students in 49646, MI.
The top-ranked public high school in 49646, MI is Kalkaska High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 49646 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49646, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49646 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kalkaska High School, with 75-79% 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), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49646, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kalkaska High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
109 N Birch St
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9167
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9167
Gr: 9-12 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
49646, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
315 S Cherry St
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9146
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9146
Gr: 4-5 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Kalkaska Alternative Program Elementary School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
109 N Birch Street
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-5140
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-5140
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49646, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49646, MI include Kalkaska High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49646?
1 public high schools are located in 49646.
What is the racial composition of students in 49646?
49646 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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