For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 509 students in Gladwin, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Gladwin, MI are Gladwin Community Alternative High School and Gladwin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gladwin, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Gladwin have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Gladwin, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gladwin 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Gladwin, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gladwin Community Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3982 W M 61
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7341
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7341
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Gladwin High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 N Spring St
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7341
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7341
Gr: 9-12 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Gladwin, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Gladwin, MI include Gladwin Community Alternative High School and Gladwin High School.
How many public high schools are located in Gladwin?
2 public high schools are located in Gladwin.
What is the racial composition of students in Gladwin?
Gladwin public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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