For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 870 students in 48879, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48879, MI are St. Johns High School, Clinton County Education Center and Strive Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48879 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48879, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48879 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is St. Johns 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 Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48879, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Johns High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 W Sickles St
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4100
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4100
Gr: 9-12 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Clinton County Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4179 S Us Highway 27
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 224-6831
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 224-6831
Gr: PK-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Strive Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1013 S Us Highway 27
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-0170
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-0170
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48879, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48879, MI include St. Johns High School, Clinton County Education Center and Strive Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 48879?
3 public high schools are located in 48879.
What is the racial composition of students in 48879?
48879 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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