Best 49424 Michigan Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 2,432 students in 49424, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49424, MI are Sheldon Pines School, West Ottawa High School Campus and West Ottawa Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49424 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49424, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49424 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Ottawa High School Campus, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).

Best 49424, MI Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheldon Pines School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6542 136th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8970
Gr: K-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
West Ottawa High School Campus
(Math: 33% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3685 Butternut Dr
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,187 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
West Ottawa Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
215 Beech St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2299
Gr: K-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Ottawa Area Center
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
10160 96th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 895-4303
Gr: PK-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Dunes Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3600 152nd Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Careerline Tech Center
Vocational School
13663 Port Sheldon St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8950
Gr: 11-12
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academy Juvenile Justice Institute
Alternative School
Charter School
12263 James St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 393-4450
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49424, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49424, MI include Sheldon Pines School, West Ottawa High School Campus and West Ottawa Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 49424?
7 public high schools are located in 49424.
What is the racial composition of students in 49424?
49424 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).

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