For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 737 students in 48461, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48461, MI are North Branch High School and Quest High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48461 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48461, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48461 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Branch High School, with ≥95% 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 48461, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Branch High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6598 Brush St
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-3001
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-3001
Grades: 9-12
| 692 students
Rank: #22.
Quest High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6655 Jefferson Rd
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-7581
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-7581
Grades: 9-12
| 45 students
48461, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6600 Brush St
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-4431
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-4431
Grades: 7-8
| 358 students
P.o. Box 3620
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 793-4320
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 793-4320
Grades: K-2
| 119 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 48461, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48461, MI include North Branch High School and Quest High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48461?
2 public high schools are located in 48461.
What is the racial composition of students in 48461?
48461 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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