For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 410 students in 49203, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49203, MI are Vandercook Lake Virtual Academy, Woodville Community Center and Vandercook Lake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49203 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49203, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49203 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Vandercook Lake High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49203, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vandercook Lake Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 E Golf Ave
Jackson, MI 49203
(517) 782-9044
Jackson, MI 49203
(517) 782-9044
Gr: 1-12 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Woodville Community Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3950 Catherine St
Jackson, MI 49203
(517) 841-8770
Jackson, MI 49203
(517) 841-8770
Gr: 9-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Vandercook Lake High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 E Golf Ave
Jackson, MI 49203
(517) 782-8167
Jackson, MI 49203
(517) 782-8167
Gr: 7-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49203, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49203, MI include Vandercook Lake Virtual Academy, Woodville Community Center and Vandercook Lake High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49203?
3 public high schools are located in 49203.
What is the racial composition of students in 49203?
49203 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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