For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 504 students in 48894, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 298 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in 48894, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in 48894, MI is Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 48894 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48894, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48894, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5101 S Clintonia Rd
Westphalia, MI 48894
(989) 587-5100
Westphalia, MI 48894
(989) 587-5100
Gr: 6-12 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48894, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48894, MI include Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School.
How many public schools are located in 48894?
1 public schools are located in 48894.
What percentage of students in 48894 go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 48894 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48894?
48894 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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