For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,293 students in 49548, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49548, MI are Grand River Preparatory High School, Godwin Heights Learning Center and Godwin Heights Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49548 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49548, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49548 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Godwin Heights Senior 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49548, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grand River Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
650 52nd St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(616) 261-1800
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(616) 261-1800
Gr: 9-12 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Godwin Heights Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3529 Division Ave S
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(616) 252-2040
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(616) 252-2040
Gr: 9-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Godwin Heights Senior High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
50 35th St Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(616) 252-2050
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(616) 252-2050
Gr: 9-12 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Crossroads Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28 60th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(616) 261-6166
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(616) 261-6166
Gr: 6-12 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49548, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49548, MI include Grand River Preparatory High School, Godwin Heights Learning Center and Godwin Heights Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49548?
6 public high schools are located in 49548.
What is the racial composition of students in 49548?
49548 public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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