For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 686 students in 48661, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48661, MI are Ogemaw Heights High School and Alternative Educational Academy Of Ogemaw County. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48661 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48661, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48661 have a Graduation Rate of 65%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ogemaw Heights 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48661, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ogemaw Heights High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
960 S M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Grades: 9-12
| 556 students
Rank: #22.
Alternative Educational Academy Of Ogemaw County
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2479 S M 76
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-9070
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-9070
Grades: 6-12
| 130 students
48661, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
960 South M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
500 Lake Street
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Grades: 7-11
| 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 48661, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48661, MI include Ogemaw Heights High School and Alternative Educational Academy Of Ogemaw County.
How many public high schools are located in 48661?
2 public high schools are located in 48661.
What is the racial composition of students in 48661?
48661 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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