For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public high schools serving 2,930 students in 49442, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49442, MI are Orchard View Community Education, Muskegon Covenant Academy and Wesley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49442 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49442, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49442 have a Graduation Rate of 61%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oakridge 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 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49442, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orchard View Community Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35 S Sheridan Dr
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1350
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1350
Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Muskegon Covenant Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
125 Catherine Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3100
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Wesley School
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
915 Wesley Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-9158
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-9158
Gr: PK-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Oakridge Fusion
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5493 Hall Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7319
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7319
Gr: 7-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Oakridge High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5493 Hall Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7300
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
Lakeshore Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Wesley Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-0534
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-0534
Gr: K-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #77.
Oakridge Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
251 S Wolf Lake Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7400
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7400
Gr: 3-12 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #88.
Orchard View High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16 N Quarterline Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1400
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #99.
Cardinal Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2310 Marquette Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1700
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1700
Gr: K-9 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #1010.
Orchard View Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
35 S Sheridan Dr
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1500
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1500
Gr: 5-10 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Muskegon Area Career Tech Center
Vocational School
200 Harvey St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-3606
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-3606
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
205 E Apple Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7248
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7248
Gr: 5-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
49442, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
571 E. Apple Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2100
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2100
Gr: K-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
221 S Quarterline Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7204
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7204
Gr: 11-12 | 99 students Minority enrollment: 18%
2389 E. Laketon Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1900
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1900
Gr: 2-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Maisd Early On Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
630 Harvey St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7250
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7250
Gr: PK
Marquette High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
480 Bennett Street
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2611
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2611
Gr: PK-5 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Mcec High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
571 East Apple Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2530
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2530
Gr: 9-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
125 Catherine Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2750
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2750
Gr: PK-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
1150 Amity Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3000
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
North-east Education Center (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1001 E. Wesley Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49442
(616) 773-0534
Muskegon, MI 49442
(616) 773-0534
Gr: K-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Orchard View Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
35 South Sheridan Dr
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1350
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1350
Gr: 9-12
1074 Shonat Street
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1700
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1700
Gr: 2-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
1150 Amity Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3000
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3000
Gr: K-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
2900 East Apple Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 777-4972
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 777-4972
Gr: 6-12 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
You Turn Program High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1352 Terrace St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7250
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7250
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49442, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49442, MI include Orchard View Community Education, Muskegon Covenant Academy and Wesley School.
How many public high schools are located in 49442?
12 public high schools are located in 49442.
What is the racial composition of students in 49442?
49442 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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