For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 604 students in 49107, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49107, MI are Buchanan High School, Buchanan Step Up and Buchanan Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49107 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49107, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49107 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is equal to the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Buchanan High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49107, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buchanan High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 W Chicago St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8403
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8403
Grades: 8-12
| 524 students
Rank: #22.
Buchanan Step Up
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 W Chicago St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Grades: K-12
| 26 students
Rank: #33.
Buchanan Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 W Chicago St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Grades: K-12
| 54 students
49107, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
502 Claremont St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8407
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8407
Grades: K-5
| 169 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49107, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49107, MI include Buchanan High School, Buchanan Step Up and Buchanan Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 49107?
3 public high schools are located in 49107.
What is the racial composition of students in 49107?
49107 public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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