For the 2026 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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
Gr: 6-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
48661, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
960 South M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
500 Lake Street
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Gr: 7-11 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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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