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Best 49686 Michigan Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,411 students in 49686, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49686, MI are Central High School, North Ednew Horizons and Grand Traverse Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49686 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49686, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49686 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Grand Traverse Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).

Best 49686, MI Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1150 Milliken Dr
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-6500
Gr: 8-12 | 1,324 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
North Ednew Horizons
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
933 Rose St
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5685
Gr: PK-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Grand Traverse Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1245 Hammond Rd E
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 932-6008
Gr: PK-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
North Edbridgeway
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
301 S Garfield Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5683
Gr: PK-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Traverse City High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3962 3 Mile Rd N
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5860
Gr: 9-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
North Edcareer Technical
Vocational School
880 Parsons Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6260
Gr: 11-12 | 1 student
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 49686 Michigan

49686, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cherry Knoll Children's Center (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
91800 N. Three Mile Road
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-625
Gr: Inquire with school | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Interlochen Early Childhood And Innovation Center (Closed 2023)
3113 J Maddy Pkwy
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-1780
Gr: PK-12
Oak Park (Closed 2009)
301 S Garfield
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-1780
Old Mission Peninsula School (Closed 2021)
2699 Island View Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-7420
Gr: PK-5 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Traverse Bay Area Early College High School (Closed 2015)
Vocational School
880 Parsons Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6262
Gr: 9-12 | 43 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Traverse City College Preparatory Academy (Closed 2014)
1402 Carlisle Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 929-4539
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49686, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49686, MI include Central High School, North Ednew Horizons and Grand Traverse Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 49686?
6 public high schools are located in 49686.
What is the racial composition of students in 49686?
49686 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).

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