For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 508 students in 49720, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49720, MI are Charlevoix Middle High School, Charem Alternative Schools and Charem Special Education Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49720 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49720, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49720 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Charlevoix Middle 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 12% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49720, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charlevoix Middle High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5200 Marion Center Rd
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-3200
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-3200
Gr: 7-12 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Charem Alternative Schools
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
443 Bay St
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9947
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9947
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Charem Special Education Schools
Special Education School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8568 Mercer Rd
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9947
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9947
Gr: PK-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49720, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49720, MI include Charlevoix Middle High School, Charem Alternative Schools and Charem Special Education Schools.
How many public high schools are located in 49720?
3 public high schools are located in 49720.
What is the racial composition of students in 49720?
49720 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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