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Best Portage Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,958 students in Portage, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Portage, MI are Woodsedge Learning Center, Portage Central High School and Portage Northern High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portage, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Portage have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public high schools.
Portage, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Portage Central High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).

Best Public High Schools in Portage, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodsedge Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1501 E Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9414
Gr: PK-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Portage Central High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8135 S Westnedge Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,385 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Portage Northern High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1000 Idaho Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(616) 323-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,218 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Portage Community High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1010 W Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Portage, Michigan

Portage, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Kalamazoo Resa - Local-based Speced Programs (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
1819 East Milham Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9323
Gr: K-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Kresa Head Start First Presbyterian (Closed 2023)
321 W South St
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Gr: PK
Kresa Head Start New Life (Closed 2023)
1912 Birch
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Gr: PK
Kresa Head Start North Park (Closed 2023)
1316 Barney Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Gr: PK
Kresa Head Start West Main (Closed 2023)
5177 W Main St
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Gr: PK
Reach And Teach (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
Po Box 1748
Portage, MI 49081
(269) 276-9036
Gr: Inquire with school | 52 students
Virtual Learning Academy - Kalamazoo Resa (Closed 2014)
1819 East Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9214
Gr: 6-8 | 1 student
Waylee Elementary School (Closed 2010)
8106 Waylee Street
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6500
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Portage, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Portage, MI include Woodsedge Learning Center, Portage Central High School and Portage Northern High School.
How many public high schools are located in Portage?
4 public high schools are located in Portage.
What is the racial composition of students in Portage?
Portage public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Portage are often viewed compared to one another?

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