For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 624 students in 49802, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49802, MI are Dickinsoniron Special Education and Kingsford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49802 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49802, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49802 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kingsford High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49802, MI Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dickinsoniron Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1074 Pyle Dr
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2692
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2692
Gr: K-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Kingsford High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
431 Hamilton Ave
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2670
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2670
Gr: 9-12 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Dickinsoniron Tech Educational Center
Vocational School
300 North Blvd
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2697
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2697
Gr: 9-12
49802, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
245 North Balsam St
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 776-8150
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 776-8150
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49802, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49802, MI include Dickinsoniron Special Education and Kingsford High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49802?
3 public high schools are located in 49802.
What is the racial composition of students in 49802?
49802 public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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