For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 501 students in Gladwin, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in Gladwin, MI are Gladwin Community Alternative High School and Gladwin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gladwin, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Gladwin have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Gladwin, 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 Gladwin 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 4% 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 Gladwin, MI (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gladwin Community Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3982 W M 61
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7341
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7341
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Gladwin High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 N Spring St
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7341
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7341
Gr: 9-12 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Gladwin, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in Gladwin, MI include Gladwin Community Alternative High School and Gladwin High School.
How many public high schools are located in Gladwin?
2 public high schools are located in Gladwin.
What is the racial composition of students in Gladwin?
Gladwin public high schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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