For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,466 students in 49686, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49686, MI are Central High School, North Ednew Horizons and Grand Traverse Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49686 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49686, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49686 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Grand Traverse Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49686, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1150 Milliken Dr
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-6500
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-6500
Gr: 8-12 | 1,326 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
North Ednew Horizons
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
933 Rose St
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5685
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5685
Gr: PK-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Grand Traverse Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1245 Hammond Rd E
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 932-6008
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 932-6008
Gr: PK-12 | 824 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
North Edbridgeway
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 S Garfield Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5683
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5683
Gr: PK-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Traverse City High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3962 3 Mile Rd N
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5860
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5860
Gr: 9-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
North Edcareer Technical
Vocational School
880 Parsons Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6260
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6260
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49686, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49686, MI include Central High School, North Ednew Horizons and Grand Traverse Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 49686?
6 public high schools are located in 49686.
What is the racial composition of students in 49686?
49686 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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