For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 598 students in 48883, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48883, MI are Shepherd High School and Flextech High School Shepherd. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48883 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48883, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48883 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shepherd 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 12% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48883, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shepherd High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 S 4th St
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Gr: 9-12 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Flextech High School Shepherd
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
380 W Blanchard Rd
Shepherd, MI 48883
(810) 206-3260
Shepherd, MI 48883
(810) 206-3260
Gr: 8-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
48883, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
418 West Blanchard Rd
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 866-6741
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 866-6741
Gr: K-8 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48883, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48883, MI include Shepherd High School and Flextech High School Shepherd.
How many public high schools are located in 48883?
2 public high schools are located in 48883.
What is the racial composition of students in 48883?
48883 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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