For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 386 students in Elk Rapids, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in Elk Rapids, MI are Elk Rapids High School and Sunrise Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elk Rapids, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Elk Rapids have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public high schools.
Elk Rapids, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Elk Rapids 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 8% 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 Elk Rapids, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elk Rapids High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
308 Meguzee Pt
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Gr: 9-12 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Sunrise Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 Meguzee Pt
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Elk Rapids, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in Elk Rapids, MI include Elk Rapids High School and Sunrise Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Elk Rapids?
2 public high schools are located in Elk Rapids.
What is the racial composition of students in Elk Rapids?
Elk Rapids public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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