For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,222 students in 49505, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49505, MI are City High Middle School and Wellspring Preparatory High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49505 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49505, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49505 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is City High Middle School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49505, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
City High Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1720 Plainfield Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 819-2380
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 819-2380
Gr: 7-12 | 955 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Wellspring Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1031 Page St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 235-9500
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 235-9500
Gr: 9-12 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49505, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49505, MI include City High Middle School and Wellspring Preparatory High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49505?
2 public high schools are located in 49505.
What is the racial composition of students in 49505?
49505 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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