For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 1,571 students in 49120, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49120, MI are Southside Special Educ School, Brandywine Senior High School and Niles 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 49120 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49120, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49120 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Niles 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49120, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside Special Educ School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1450 Silverbrook Ave
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-0421
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-0421
Gr: 4-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Brandywine Senior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1700 Bell Rd
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4800
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Niles Senior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1441 Eagle St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-2894
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-2894
Gr: 9-12 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Way Niles
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Tyler St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 633-0736
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 633-0736
Gr: 6-12 | 95 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Niles Cedar Lane
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Tyler St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 684-9554
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 684-9554
Gr: 9-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
Niles Comm Schools Adult Education
Alternative School
620 E Main St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 684-4480
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 684-4480
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
1 Tyler St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-0736
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-0736
Gr: K-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49120, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49120, MI include Southside Special Educ School, Brandywine Senior High School and Niles Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49120?
8 public high schools are located in 49120.
What is the racial composition of students in 49120?
49120 public high schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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