For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,412 students in 49445, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49445, MI are North Muskegon High School and Reethspuffer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49445 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49445, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49445 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Reethspuffer High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49445, MI Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Muskegon High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1507 Mills Ave
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-4113
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-4113
Gr: 9-12 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Reethspuffer High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1545 N Roberts Rd
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 744-1647
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 744-1647
Gr: 9-12 | 1,107 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
49445, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ci Regional Special Education Classroom Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
1600 Mills Ave
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-4102
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-4102
Gr: K-5 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Duck Creek Learning Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
4600 N. Gibson Road
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 766-3001
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 766-3001
Gr: 7-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Reeths-puffer Special Education Consortium (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
1545 Roberts Rd
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-3143
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-3143
Gr: K-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49445, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49445, MI include North Muskegon High School and Reethspuffer High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49445?
2 public high schools are located in 49445.
What is the racial composition of students in 49445?
49445 public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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