For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 405 students in 49616, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49616, MI are Benzie Central Sr High School and Benzie Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 49616 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49616, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 49616 have a Graduation Rate of 73%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Benzie Central Sr High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49616, MI ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benzie Central Sr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9300 Homestead Rd
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Gr: 9-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Benzie Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9222 Homestead Rd
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Gr: 6-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 83:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49616, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49616, MI include Benzie Central Sr High School and Benzie Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 49616?
2 public high schools are located in 49616.
What is the racial composition of students in 49616?
49616 public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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