Top 5 Best 49504 Michigan Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,580 students in 49504, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49504, MI are Union High Transition, Nextech High School and Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49504 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49504, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49504 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Michigan average of 85%.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 49504, MI Public High Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union High Transition
Special Education School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1800 Tremont Blvd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Grades: 9-12
| 59 students
Rank: #22.
Nextech High School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
801 Broadway Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 458-4992
Grades: 9-12
| 140 students
Rank: #33.
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1417 Covell Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2550
Grades: 6-12
| 357 students
Rank: #44.
Union High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 Tremont Blvd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Grades: 9-12
| 922 students
Rank: #55.
Newcomers Community School
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 Tremont Blvd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Grades: 9-12
| 102 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 49504 Michigan

49504, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1800 Tremont Blvd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3150
Grades: 9-12
| 111 students
45 Lexington Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2797
Grades: Inquire with school
| 107 students
1417 Covell Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2411
Grades: K-5
| 250 students
1440 Davis Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2565
Grades: PK-8
| 890 students
1138 Pine Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2702
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
850 Chatham Street Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3140
Grades: PK-1
| 173 students
1351 Leonard St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3195
Grades: K
| 1 students
1351 Leonard Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 771-3230
Grades: K-6
| 161 students
The West Middle A.i. (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
45 Lexington Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3297
Grades: PK-12
| 7 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 49504, MI?
How many public high schools are located in 49504?
5 public high schools are located in 49504.
What is the racial composition of students in 49504?
49504 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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