Best 49456 Michigan Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,139 students in 49456, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49456, MI are Spring Lake Intermediate School, Spring Lake High School and Spring Lake Alternative Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49456 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49456, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49456 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Spring Lake 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).

Best 49456, MI Public High Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Lake Intermediate School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
345 Hammond St
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-6845
Gr: 5-9 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Spring Lake High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
16140 148th Ave
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5501
Gr: 9-12 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Spring Lake Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
14707 Leonard Rd
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 847-7587
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 49456, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49456, MI include Spring Lake Intermediate School, Spring Lake High School and Spring Lake Alternative Education.
How many public high schools are located in 49456?
3 public high schools are located in 49456.
What is the racial composition of students in 49456?
49456 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).

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