For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 743 students in 49242, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49242, MI are Horizon Alternative School, Will Carleton Charter School Academy and Greenfield School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49242 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49242, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49242 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hillsdale 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49242, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Horizon Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30 S Norwood Ave
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Grades: 9-12
| 36 students
Rank: #22.
Will Carleton Charter School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2001 W Hallett Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2000
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2000
Grades: K-12
| 278 students
Rank: #33.
Greenfield School
Special Education School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1812
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1812
Grades: PK-12
| 44 students
Rank: #44.
Hillsdale High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30 S Norwood Ave
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Grades: 9-12
| 385 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hillsdale Area Career Center
Vocational School
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1881
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1881
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
49242, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
30 South Norwood Ave
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-4401
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-4401
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
59 South Manning St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-7369
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-7369
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Dean Jennings Educational Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
310 West Bacon St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Grades: 8-11
| n/a students
Hillsdale Isd Local Programs (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Lochaven Center For Community Advancement (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
201 Barnard St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Grades: 6-12
| 1 students
113 East Fayette St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2717
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2717
Grades: K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49242, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49242, MI include Horizon Alternative School, Will Carleton Charter School Academy and Greenfield School.
How many public high schools are located in 49242?
5 public high schools are located in 49242.
What is the racial composition of students in 49242?
49242 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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