For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 466 students in 49646, MI.
The top ranked public high school in 49646, MI is Kalkaska High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 49646 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49646, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49646 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kalkaska High School, with 85-89% 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 49646, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kalkaska High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
109 N Birch St
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9167
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9167
Grades: 9-12
| 466 students
49646, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
315 S Cherry St
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9146
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9146
Grades: 4-5
| 176 students
Kalkaska Alternative Program Elementary School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
109 N Birch Street
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-5140
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-5140
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49646, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49646, MI include Kalkaska High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49646?
1 public high schools are located in 49646.
What is the racial composition of students in 49646?
49646 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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