For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public high schools serving 2,892 students in Tuscola County, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Tuscola County, MI are Kingston High School, Caro High School and Caro Alternative High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tuscola County, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Tuscola County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Tuscola County, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Caro High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Tuscola County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingston High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5790 State St
Kingston, MI 48741
(989) 683-2294
Kingston, MI 48741
(989) 683-2294
Gr: 7-12 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Caro High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 N Hooper St
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3165
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3165
Gr: 9-12 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Caro Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 N State St
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-6845
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-6845
Gr: 7-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Highland Pines School
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1381 Cleaver Rd
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-5200
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-5200
Gr: PK-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Cass City Jr And Sr High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4868 Seeger St
Cass City, MI 48726
(989) 872-2148
Cass City, MI 48726
(989) 872-2148
Gr: 7-12 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #66.
Malc
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8664 Dean Dr
Millington, MI 48746
(989) 660-2450
Millington, MI 48746
(989) 660-2450
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #77.
Reese High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1696 S Van Buren Rd
Reese, MI 48757
(989) 868-4191
Reese, MI 48757
(989) 868-4191
Gr: 9-12 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #88.
Clarence Fischer Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1020 Commerce Dr
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8535
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8535
Gr: 6-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #99.
Millington High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8780 Dean Dr
Millington, MI 48746
(989) 660-2407
Millington, MI 48746
(989) 660-2407
Gr: 9-12 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #1010.
Mayville Middle High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6250 Fulton St
Mayville, MI 48744
(989) 843-6115
Mayville, MI 48744
(989) 843-6115
Gr: 6-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #1111.
Akronfairgrove Jrsr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2800 N Thomas Rd
Fairgrove, MI 48733
(989) 693-6112
Fairgrove, MI 48733
(989) 693-6112
Gr: 6-12 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #1212.
Vassar Senior High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
220 Athletic St
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8534
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8534
Gr: 6-12 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
Akronfairgrove Schools Academic Learning Center
Alternative School
5000 Maple St
Fairgrove, MI 48733
(989) 693-6163
Fairgrove, MI 48733
(989) 693-6163
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tuscola Technology Center
Vocational School
1401 Cleaver Rd
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-5300
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-5300
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Tuscola County, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Tuscola County, MI include Kingston High School, Caro High School and Caro Alternative High School.
How many public high schools are located in Tuscola County?
14 public high schools are located in Tuscola County.
What is the racial composition of students in Tuscola County?
Tuscola County public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Tuscola County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Tuscola County include: Vassar Senior High School vs. Reese High School, Reese High School vs. Vassar Senior High School, Cass City Jr And Sr High School vs. Caro High School
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