For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,743 students in 49036, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49036, MI are Coldwater High School, Waldron Learning Center and Pansophia Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49036 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49036, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49036 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Coldwater 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49036, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coldwater High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
275 N Fremont St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5930
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5930
Gr: 9-12 | 981 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Waldron Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
214 Bishop Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5821
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5821
Gr: PK-12 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Pansophia Academy
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
52 Abbott Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-4686
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-4686
Gr: K-12 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
Branch Area Careers Center
Vocational School
366 Morse St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5722
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5722
Gr: 11-12
Rank: n/an/a
Lakeland Correctional Facility
Alternative School
141 1st St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 278-6942
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 278-6942
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49036, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49036, MI include Coldwater High School, Waldron Learning Center and Pansophia Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 49036?
5 public high schools are located in 49036.
What is the racial composition of students in 49036?
49036 public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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