For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,958 students in Portage, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in Portage, MI are Woodsedge Learning Center, Portage Central High School and Portage Northern High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portage, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Portage have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public high schools.
Portage, 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 Portage Central High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Portage, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodsedge Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1501 E Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9414
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9414
Gr: PK-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Portage Central High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8135 S Westnedge Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5200
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,385 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Portage Northern High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Idaho Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(616) 323-5400
Portage, MI 49024
(616) 323-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,218 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Portage Community High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1010 W Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6700
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Portage, Michigan 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kalamazoo Resa - Local-based Speced Programs (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
1819 East Milham Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9323
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9323
Gr: K-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
321 W South St
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Gr: PK
Reach And Teach (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
Po Box 1748
Portage, MI 49081
(269) 276-9036
Portage, MI 49081
(269) 276-9036
Gr: Inquire with school | 52 students
1819 East Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9214
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9214
Gr: 6-8 | 1 student
8106 Waylee Street
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6500
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6500
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Portage, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in Portage, MI include Woodsedge Learning Center, Portage Central High School and Portage Northern High School.
How many public high schools are located in Portage?
4 public high schools are located in Portage.
What is the racial composition of students in Portage?
Portage public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Portage are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Portage include: Portage Central High School vs. Portage Northern High School, Portage Northern High School vs. Portage Central High School, Portage Community High School vs. Portage Northern High School
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