For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,353 students in 49024, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49024, MI are Portage Northern High School and Portage Community High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49024 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49024, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49024 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Portage Northern 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 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49024, MI Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Portage Northern High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Idaho Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(616) 323-5400
Portage, MI 49024
(616) 323-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,218 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Portage Community High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1010 W Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6700
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49024, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49024, MI include Portage Northern High School and Portage Community High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49024?
2 public high schools are located in 49024.
What is the racial composition of students in 49024?
49024 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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