For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 559 students in 48189, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48189, MI are Livingston Classical Academy and Whitmore Lake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48189 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48189, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48189 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Whitmore Lake 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48189, MI Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Livingston Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8877 Main St
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-2052
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-2052
Gr: K-12 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Whitmore Lake High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7430 Whitmore Lake Rd
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-4461
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-4461
Gr: 7-12 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
48189, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9036 East Mi State Road 36
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-4432
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-4432
Gr: 6-12
1077 Barker Rd
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-2051
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-2051
Gr: PK
8877 Main St
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-4715
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-4715
Gr: 6-7 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48189, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48189, MI include Livingston Classical Academy and Whitmore Lake High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48189?
2 public high schools are located in 48189.
What is the racial composition of students in 48189?
48189 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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