For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 537 students in 49454, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49454, MI are Gateway To Success Academy and Mason County Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49454 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49454, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49454 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mason County Central 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49454, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gateway To Success Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
526 N Scottville Rd
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 845-0922
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 845-0922
Gr: 6-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Mason County Central High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 W Broadway Ave
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 757-4748
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 757-4748
Gr: 9-12 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49454, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49454, MI include Gateway To Success Academy and Mason County Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49454?
2 public high schools are located in 49454.
What is the racial composition of students in 49454?
49454 public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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