For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,541 students in 49504, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49504, MI are Union High Transition, Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School and Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49504 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49504, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49504 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49504, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union High Transition
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Tremont Blvd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1417 Covell Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2550
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2550
Gr: 6-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Union High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Tremont Blvd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Gr: 9-12 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Newcomers Community School
Alternative School
1800 Tremont Blvd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Gr: 9-12 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 52:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49504, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49504, MI include Union High Transition, Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School and Union High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49504?
5 public high schools are located in 49504.
What is the racial composition of students in 49504?
49504 public high schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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