For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 866 students in 49348, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49348, MI are Wayland High School and Career Connections Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49348 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49348, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49348 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wayland 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49348, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wayland High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
870 E Superior St
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2254
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2254
Grades: 9-12
| 814 students
Rank: #22.
Career Connections Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
870 E Superior St
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2254
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2254
Grades: 9-12
| 52 students
49348, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Environmental Education Center (Closed 2009)
Vocational School
3400 Second Street
Wayland, MI 49348
(517) 325-6348
Wayland, MI 49348
(517) 325-6348
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Wayland Young Adult Program (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
118 West Superior St
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 673-2167
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 673-2167
Grades: Inquire with school
| 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49348, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49348, MI include Wayland High School and Career Connections Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 49348?
2 public high schools are located in 49348.
What is the racial composition of students in 49348?
49348 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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