For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 351 students in 49251, MI.
The top-ranked public high school in 49251, MI is Leslie High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49251 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49251, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49251 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is equal to the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Leslie High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49251, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leslie High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4141 Hull Rd
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Gr: 9-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Ingham Virtual High School
Alternative School
4141 Hull Rd
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
49251, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Leslie Alternative Education Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
4141 Hull Rd
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Gr: 7-12
White Pine Academy (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
510 Russell St
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-8961
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-8961
Gr: K-8 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49251, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49251, MI include Leslie High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49251?
2 public high schools are located in 49251.
What is the racial composition of students in 49251?
49251 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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