For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 169 students in 49117, MI.
The top-ranked public high school in 49117, MI is New Buffalo Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 49117 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49117, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49117 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is New Buffalo Senior High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49117, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Buffalo Senior High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1112 E Clay St
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6001
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6001
Gr: 9-12 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49117, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49117, MI include New Buffalo Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49117?
1 public high schools are located in 49117.
What is the racial composition of students in 49117?
49117 public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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