For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 623 students in 49047, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49047, MI are Pathfinders Alternative Education, North Pointe Center and Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49047 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49047, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49047 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Union High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49047, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pathfinders Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 N Paul St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4471
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4471
Grades: 6-12
| 50 students
Rank: #22.
North Pointe Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
704 Orchard St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 390-5055
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 390-5055
Grades: K-12
| 43 students
Rank: #33.
Union High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 W Prairie Ronde St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4420
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4420
Grades: 9-12
| 530 students
49047, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
206 Main Street
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4462
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4462
Grades: PK-K
| 172 students
614 Spruce Street
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4450
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4450
Grades: 5-6
| 412 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49047, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49047, MI include Pathfinders Alternative Education, North Pointe Center and Union High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49047?
3 public high schools are located in 49047.
What is the racial composition of students in 49047?
49047 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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