For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 603 students in 48883, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48883, MI are Shepherd High School and Flextech High School Shepherd. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48883 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48883, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48883 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shepherd 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48883, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shepherd High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 S 4th St
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Grades: 9-12
| 529 students
Rank: #22.
Flextech High School Shepherd
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
380 W Blanchard Rd
Shepherd, MI 48883
(810) 206-3260
Shepherd, MI 48883
(810) 206-3260
Grades: 8-12
| 74 students
48883, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
418 West Blanchard Rd
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 866-6741
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 866-6741
Grades: K-8
| 114 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 48883, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48883, MI include Shepherd High School and Flextech High School Shepherd.
How many public high schools are located in 48883?
2 public high schools are located in 48883.
What is the racial composition of students in 48883?
48883 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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