For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,362 students in Highland, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 113 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Highland, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Highland, MI are Milford High School, Heritage Elementary School and Spring Mills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highland, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Highland have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Highland, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Milford High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2380 S Milford Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8091
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8091
Gr: 7-12 | 1,193 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
219 Watkins Blvd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8190
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8190
Gr: K-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Spring Mills Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3150 Harvey Lake Rd
Highland, MI 48356
(248) 684-8130
Highland, MI 48356
(248) 684-8130
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 W Livingston Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8070
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8070
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Apollo Center
Special Education School
2029 N Milford Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8134
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8134
Gr: PK-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Highland, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Highland, MI include Milford High School, Heritage Elementary School and Spring Mills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Highland?
5 public schools are located in Highland.
What percentage of students in Highland go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Highland are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Highland?
Highland public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Highland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Highland include: Highland Elementary School vs. Heritage Elementary School, Spring Mills Elementary School vs. Highland Elementary School, Highland Elementary School vs. Spring Mills Elementary School
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