For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public high schools serving 2,415 students in 49503, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49503, MI are Grand Rapids Learning Center, Lighthouse North Campus and Lighthouse Academy Waalkes. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49503 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49503, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49503 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Grand Rapids Public Museum High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49503, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grand Rapids Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
435 Fulton St E
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2010
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2010
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Lighthouse North Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1260 Ekhart St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 965-9700
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 965-9700
Gr: 3-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1501 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 304-8537
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 304-8537
Gr: K-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Lighthouse Academy The Pier
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
703 Ball Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 304-8537
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 304-8537
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #55.
Bethany Based School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 Eastern Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 245-7708
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 245-7708
Gr: 4-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Grand Rapids Public Museum High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
54 Jefferson Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-6450
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-6450
Gr: 9-12 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
159 College Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2405
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2405
Gr: PK-12 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #88.
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
421 Fountain St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2405
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2405
Gr: 7-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #99.
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
512 Division Ave S
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-1010
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-1010
Gr: 6-12 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
Innovation Central High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
421 Fountain St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2310
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2310
Gr: 9-12 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1111.
Southwest Middlehigh Academia Bilingue
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
327 Rumsey St Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-3160
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-3160
Gr: 7-12 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Empower U
Special Education School
225 Mayfield Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 410-4860
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 410-4860
Gr: 6-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
49503, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1061 Kensington Ave Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2620
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2620
Gr: 9-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
421 Fountain St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2301
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2301
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
421 Fountain St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2310
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2310
Gr: 9-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Day Treatment (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1501 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 336-2340
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 336-2340
Gr: 7-11 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
159 College Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2530
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2530
Gr: K-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
311 State Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 458-9646
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 458-9646
Gr: 7-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
1505 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 451-6021
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 451-6021
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
538 Madison Avenue Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2606
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2606
Gr: PK | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
1415 Lyon Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 771-3466
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 771-3466
Gr: K-8 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
1061 Kensington Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 771-2708
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 771-2708
Gr: K-5 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Kent Co. Correction Facility High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
701 Ball Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 632-6386
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 632-6386
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students
Kent Education Center--mayfield Middle School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
225 Mayfield Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2710
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2710
Gr: 6-9 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
1565 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 617-9321
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 617-9321
Gr: 3-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
641 Vries Street Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2983
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2983
Gr: PK | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 47:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
701 Ball Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 336-3732
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 336-3732
Gr: 4-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49503, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49503, MI include Grand Rapids Learning Center, Lighthouse North Campus and Lighthouse Academy Waalkes.
How many public high schools are located in 49503?
12 public high schools are located in 49503.
What is the racial composition of students in 49503?
49503 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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