For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,360 students in 49441, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49441, MI are Mona Shores High School, Muskegon Community Education Center and Muskegon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49441 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49441, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49441 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mona Shores High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49441, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mona Shores High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1121 Seminole Rd
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 780-4711
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 780-4711
Gr: 9-12 | 1,232 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Muskegon Community Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
550 W Grand Ave
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2800
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Muskegon High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
80 W Southern Ave
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2800
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,020 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academymuskegon Community Building
Charter School
1161 W Southern Ave
Muskegon, MI 49441
(613) 949-2287
Muskegon, MI 49441
(613) 949-2287
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
49441, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1875 Waterworks Rd
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2170
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2170
Gr: K-5 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
2312 Denmark St
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2300
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
1213 W. Hackley Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2500
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2500
Gr: K-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Nelson Ec Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
550 West Grand Ave
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2202
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2202
Gr: PK-K | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
1161 West Southern Ave
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2660
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 720-2660
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49441, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49441, MI include Mona Shores High School, Muskegon Community Education Center and Muskegon High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49441?
4 public high schools are located in 49441.
What is the racial composition of students in 49441?
49441 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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