For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,307 students in 49506, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49506, MI are East Grand Rapids High School, Ottawa High Transition and Ottawa Hills High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49506 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49506, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49506 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Grand Rapids High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49506, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Grand Rapids High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2211 Lake Dr Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7555
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7555
Gr: 9-12 | 908 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Ottawa High Transition
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2055 Rosewood Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2900
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Ottawa Hills High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2055 Rosewood Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2900
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49506, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49506, MI include East Grand Rapids High School, Ottawa High Transition and Ottawa Hills High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49506?
4 public high schools are located in 49506.
What is the racial composition of students in 49506?
49506 public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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