For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,106 students in 49855, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49855, MI are Marquette Senior High School, Marquettealger Administrative Unit and Vandenboom Alternative High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49855 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49855, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49855 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Marquette 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 13% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49855, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marquette Senior High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1203 W Fair Ave
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4254
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4254
Gr: 7-12 | 940 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Marquettealger Administrative Unit
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
321 E Ohio St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-5102
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-5102
Gr: PK-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Vandenboom Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1175 Erie Ave
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4321
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4321
Gr: 9-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Marquette Branch Prison
Alternative School
1960 Us Highway 41 S
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-6531
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-6531
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49855, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49855, MI include Marquette Senior High School, Marquettealger Administrative Unit and Vandenboom Alternative High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49855?
4 public high schools are located in 49855.
What is the racial composition of students in 49855?
49855 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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