For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 5,822 students in Utica, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in Utica, MI are Malow Junior High School, Eisenhower High School and Shelby Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Utica, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Utica have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public high schools.
Utica, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eisenhower High School, with 98% 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 and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Utica, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Malow Junior High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6400 25 Mile Rd
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-3500
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-3500
Grades: 7-9
| 1,024 students
Rank: #22.
Eisenhower High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6500 25 Mile Rd
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-1300
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-1300
Grades: 10-12
| 1,724 students
Rank: #33.
Shelby Junior High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
51700 Van Dyke Ave
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-3700
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-3700
Grades: 7-9
| 1,075 students
Rank: #44.
Eppler Junior High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45461 Brownell St
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2900
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2900
Grades: 7-9
| 627 students
Rank: #55.
Utica High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
47255 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2200
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-2200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,372 students
Utica, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
51041 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-4800
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-4800
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
3423 Auburn Road
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-5500
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-5500
Grades: PK-K
| 29 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Utica, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in Utica, MI include Malow Junior High School, Eisenhower High School and Shelby Junior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Utica?
5 public high schools are located in Utica.
What is the racial composition of students in Utica?
Utica public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Utica are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Utica include: Shelby Junior High School vs. Malow Junior High School, Malow Junior High School vs. Shelby Junior High School, Eppler Junior High School vs. Shelby Junior High School
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