For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 202 students in 49459, MI.
The top-ranked public high school in 49459, MI is Walkerville Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 49459 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49459, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49459 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Walkerville Public School, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49459, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walkerville Public School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
145 Lathrop St
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-4850
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-4850
Gr: 3-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
49459, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Walkerville Alternative Education (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
180 E. Main Street
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-5727
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-5727
Gr: Inquire with school | 29 students Minority enrollment: 44%
145 Lathrop St
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-4850
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-4850
Gr: 6-8 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49459, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49459, MI include Walkerville Public School.
How many public high schools are located in 49459?
1 public high schools are located in 49459.
What is the racial composition of students in 49459?
49459 public high schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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