For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 752 students in 48656, MI.
The top ranked public school in 48656, MI is Charlton Heston Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 48656 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48656, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48656, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Charlton Heston Academy
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1350 N Saint Helen Rd
Saint Helen, MI 48656
(989) 632-3390
Saint Helen, MI 48656
(989) 632-3390
Grades: PK-12
| 752 students
48656, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Gerrish-higgins Alternative Education (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
10113 E. Airport
Saint Helen, MI 48656
(989) 389-4751
Saint Helen, MI 48656
(989) 389-4751
Grades: Inquire with school
| 23 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48656, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48656, MI include Charlton Heston Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48656?
1 public schools are located in 48656.
What is the racial composition of students in 48656?
48656 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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