For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 726 students in 49461, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49461, MI are Whitehall Senior High School and White Lake Area Community Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49461 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49461, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49461 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Whitehall Senior High School, with ≥95% 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 49461, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitehall Senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3100 White Lake Dr
Whitehall, MI 49461
(231) 893-1020
Whitehall, MI 49461
(231) 893-1020
Gr: 9-12 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
White Lake Area Community Education
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Gibson Rd
Whitehall, MI 49461
(231) 893-0515
Whitehall, MI 49461
(231) 893-0515
Gr: PK-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49461, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49461, MI include Whitehall Senior High School and White Lake Area Community Education.
How many public high schools are located in 49461?
2 public high schools are located in 49461.
What is the racial composition of students in 49461?
49461 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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