For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,073 students in 48505, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48505, MI are The New Standard Academy and Beecher High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48505 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48505, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48505 have a Graduation Rate of 64%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is The New Standard Academy, with 60-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48505, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The New Standard Academy
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2040 W Carpenter Rd
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 787-3330
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 787-3330
Gr: PK-12 | 859 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Beecher High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6255 Neff Rd
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9281
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9281
Gr: 7-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Beecher Alternative Education
Alternative School
1020 W Coldwater Rd
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9281
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9281
Gr: 9-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
48505, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
520 West Rankin St
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 760-1344
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 760-1344
Gr: K | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48505, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48505, MI include The New Standard Academy and Beecher High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48505?
3 public high schools are located in 48505.
What is the racial composition of students in 48505?
48505 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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