2023 Best Public High Schools in the Lansing Area

• Okemos Public Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.02 out of 5  244 reviews

Senior: Okemos is to me the epitome of the All American Highschool. It's big enough that you're never bored, but small enough that everybody knows everybody. Friend groups from sports and clubs tend to overlap, making for a pretty decent social scene. Academics are very collaborative as well; even the most high achieving AP students are relatively laid back about classes. The rich culture of the student body is another plus-from German exchange students to ABGs, OHS manages to be ideally diversified without forcing it. Moving on to the most important part-the actual schooling. To put it simply, the teachers are amazing. You can really tell they care and put a lot of effort into helping us learn. Field trip and enrichment opportunities are abundant. The acceptance rate to UMich isn't too shabby either. Location is alright, but it was nicer back when it was natural and not surrounded by dilapidated liquor stores and car dealerships. Within walking distance of some nice strip malls, though. 4/5... Read 244 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,427

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• East Lansing School District, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  227 reviews

Senior: East Lansing High School is a standout school, defined by its diversity in people, experiences, and opportunities. The community and school culture stands out as one that unites many differing people and forms tight-knit bonds that will last a lifetime. The students are fortunate to have dedicated and passionate teachers who always go above and beyond to help understand the material and reach their full potential. Students are given the opportunity to explore interests and develop important skills like teamwork, leadership, and communication through sports, music, and clubs. Most importantly, the school opens the door for student voices and provides for change when it is needed. The school does, however have its struggles. There are commonly conflicts between students, and many of the faculty are unpopular among students. Nevertheless, East Lansing High School has the power to better itself and triumph all the struggles that come its way because that is the power of community.... Read 227 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,216

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Ingham Intermediate School District, MI•

• 10-12

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  Rating 4.71 out of 5  35 reviews

Freshman: Lansing Community College is a great school for students who don't know what they want to do, or for students who want to save money! The classes are intimate like a high school classroom. Many universities have hundreds of students in their classrooms, so it can be harder to have that one-on-one time with the professors! Overall, I really enjoy this college because it allows me to get my prerequisites out of the way and transfer to a university without paying by saving thousands of dollars!... Read 35 reviews

• grade A

• Students 157

• Student-teacher ratio 39:1

• Haslett Public Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  236 reviews

Senior: Haslett High School is an amazing place to be because the teachers and staff are super accepting of everyone! The environment is safe for students to be honest with others and share their thoughts openly! Bullying is not accepted and Haslett treats everyone with kindness. Teachers do a great job on including different learning techniques for learning at every level. We do games, group activities, etc. Overall, Haslett is an amazing school and I can’t recommend it enough!... Read 236 reviews

• grade A

• Students 845

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Dewitt Public Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  175 reviews

Senior: I liked how it is a close knit community! The teachers spend extra hours after school and before school to help the students achieve better grades and better understanding. The school is very much into athletics, I am an athlete so this helped me feel included.... Read 175 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,009

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Williamston Community Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  167 reviews

Senior: I really enjoyed attending Williamston High School throughout the grades k-12! I was presented with countless opportunities for additional academic support, advanced placement programs, extracurricular activities, and research opportunities.... Read 167 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 602

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Pewamo-Westphalia Community Schools, MI•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.52 out of 5  25 reviews

Senior: I had an amazing experience at P-W because the culture at this school cannot be duplicated. The teachers truly care about you and want you to understand the content. They do not only care about your grades, but how you are doing. They like to make sure you are doing alright in every aspect of life. My favorite part of the school is the people. The way everyone acknowledges each other. Because we are a small town, it builds the culture of our school and our standards we have for not only ourselves but for each other. This is the difference between my school and others. We care about others well being and safety. I would not have wanted to go through high school anywhere else.... Read 25 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 475

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Grand Ledge Public Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  420 reviews

Senior: I really like Grand Ledge because of its diversity in both the student body and faculty. I like that there are so many extracurricular activities to choose from, and the staff does a great job to make sure that every student feels seen! I also love our mental health companion, Gravy the dog! I would like to see better maintenance on the bathrooms, but, overall, it’s a very nice and I’m happy to be a student there!... Read 420 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,647

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Holt Public Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  268 reviews

Senior: I liked the cleanliness of Holt high school and how there are two separate campuses. At first, I didn't like the idea of a senior campus, but now I really enjoy it. They offer a lot of AP and honors classes for the kids who want the challenge. I think one thing that could be changed is the connection between teachers and students. I had a few very amazing teachers throughout my four years here, but I also had some where I just dreaded going into their class. The difference between the teachers I liked and teachers I didn't like was simply their involvement with the students. Overall, I enjoyed my high school experience at Holt.... Read 268 reviews

• grade B

• Students 1,722

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• St. Johns Public Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  235 reviews

Senior: I loved the atmosphere the St. Johns provided. Teachers are always willing to help students out and build relationships with them. If student a student was passionate about starting a club or activity and brought the idea up to the school leadership, it most often was approved. Personally, I was a part of starting the finding Answers lunch group and the South Sudan Health Care Organization. Overall, a great school that aims to take care of its students and does a great job doing it!... Read 235 reviews

• grade B

• Students 931

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Laingsburg Community Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  68 reviews

Senior: I have loved my experience at Laingsburg High School. I am a 4.0 student and that would not have been possible without my teachers, specifically math and English teachers have been great. What puts us apart from other nearby schools is our sports and extracurriculars. Comparing our sports records and the size of our school, our records are extremely impressive. We recently just got a new auditorium, allowing the already state winning drama program to exceed even higher. The FFA is extremely impressive as well, almost always having state competitors. The one thing I will say Laingsburg is lacking is diversity. Overall, I love this school and am excited to witness what new things are school does.... Read 68 reviews

• grade B

• Students 374

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Bath Community Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  53 reviews

Senior: Having attended Bath High School all (soon to be) four years of high school I can safely say that this school is one of my favorite places to go and I actually like going to school! Well, there are occasions where I would rather sit in bed and not worry about a test or project that is due that day but for the most part I love it. I like that I know all the teachers and that all the teacher know me, and I even know almost all of the subs that come in. It truly is such a fun community of people and I love the teachers, some I honestly feel so close to and will be sad to leave after my senior year:(... Read 53 reviews

• grade B

• Students 315

• Student-teacher ratio 24:1

• Mason Public Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  241 reviews

Junior: Great faculty and teachers, overall a very vibrant community of people. The schools work together to give students a well rounded curriculum from k-12. Diversity and progressiveness is fairly low, but that is to be expected of a rural town like Mason. Great athletics program, however the academic extracurriculars are lacking in budgeting and opportunities. There is a robotics team, youth in government, and a GSA at Mason High School. Overall a pretty nice school!... Read 241 reviews

• grade B

• Students 978

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Fowler Public Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  44 reviews

Senior: I attended Fowler High School as school of choice. My Mother attended Fowler Schools and graduated from Fowler High School. It's a small class D school where you know all your classmates and their families. The smaller classroom setting allowed for a personalized learning experience. Fowler High Schools curriculum is tough and they also provide a duel enrollment program through Lansing Community College which prepares students for college and starts students out with many of their general classes already completed. The thing I probably like the most about Fowler High School is the teaching staff. They genuinely care for the students on a personal and academic level. I am so grateful that I attended Fowler High School as the experience has left such a positive impact on me that I will carry into my future learning.... Read 44 reviews

• grade B

• Students 182

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Fowlerville Community Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.37 out of 5  138 reviews

Senior: This school does a wonderful job at teaching the students by giving the students the option to progress towards their overall goals in life. Not only does it have a variety of classes to choose from that are located at the school itself, it has the option of online classes, the option to travel to classes around Livingston county, and the ability to apply for duel enrollment. With the only exceptions being a handful of kids that would rather not participate in class, there only a one thing about this school that I would improve. For example, with our lunches starting around 10:30 and many kids having sports after, the food portions are too small to last until kids get home. Other than that, I believe that Fowlerville High school is an excellent school.... Read 138 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 863

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Charlotte Public Schools, MI•

• 8-12

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  186 reviews

Senior: Charlotte High school is a very special place, there I have met many outstanding people who have changed my life for the better, the teachers there care about their students so much and sacrifice a lot to be there for us. Charlotte has an amazing athletic dome that provides student-athletes and their supporters a great environment to experience high school sports. The project success course also offers a great alternative learning environment to those students who wish to not get the traditional education or struggle. Not many other schools will provide that. The school also has a great school police officer named officer carol. He is friendly and always offers a helpful hand. The community has also just passed a bond that will improve the school even more, with new addictions like tennis courts, an auxiliary gym, improved FFA resources and more! The faculty, students, family and many others have lead to me having a great experience at Charlotte high school.... Read 186 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 714

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Portland Public Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.48 out of 5  92 reviews

Senior: Portland High school has given me a good base to begin further studies later at a University. The staff is very kind and helpful as well as clearly dedicated to what they are teaching. The support system at the high school has helped me throughout my four years attending the school. While the education has been amazing, some of the student body has made my journey through the school difficult. Portland is a very secluded community with not much diversity and consequently an ignorant student body. Through the years to come I hope the attitudes of some of the students changes, but overall my experience with Portland high school has been positive.... Read 92 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 694

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Eaton Rapids Public Schools, MI•

• 8-12

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  Rating 3.41 out of 5  228 reviews

Senior: My experience at Eaton Rapids High School was moderately good. The teachers and staff there made you feel at home; they cared about every student in that building no matter who you were. By just walking into the building every morning you could tell that the staff weren't just there for the money. Most of the time they would stand out infront of their classrooms and greet you with the warmest smiles. If something were to happen and you aren't having the best day, most times the teachers would recognize that and go out of their way to make sure you are okay. I developed a lot of relationships with the staff at Eaton Rapids High School and although High School wasn't necessarily the best experience, the staff made it worth it every single day.... Read 228 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 687

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Waverly Community Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.47 out of 5  161 reviews

Senior: It's a very diverse school. That rarely has any fights or issues. They offer a lot of programs and other opportunities to help pay for college. I'm currently going to this high and another (the program) and in this program I got 18 college credits and a scholarship. Plus you would make life long friendships with the people here. All the connections I've made were with the teachers and students that I will cherish forever. Each person who has gone to Waverly senior high school has graduated feeling more fulfilled as long as you consider and take the very benefital opportunities given. The high school also has two soccer fields a baseball team, football and more. A close friend of mine got a scholarship for getting recognized for being on a sports team. Each student gets benefits and many different clubs as well like LGBTQ+, french club, and more. It does have a few minor flaw but no school is perfect but I do really recommend this school if you live in the Michigan area.... Read 161 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 1,017

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Leslie Public Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.49 out of 5  122 reviews

Senior: I do love my school. It has a small town feel while still having plenty to offer to students in athletics and academics. The only reason that I do not rate my school a 5 is because it lacks diversity and a larger assortment of AP classes, however those are just two things that come with having a small school in a remote town. Overall I do feel that my school has prepared me well for a future in college. I have had excellent teachers who have taught me well enough to receive all A's and give me the skill set I will need for higher education and beyond. I am so thankful to have grown up where I have and have the students and staff of my school to thank if I go on to live a prosperous life.... Read 122 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 350

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Morrice Area Schools, MI•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.37 out of 5  35 reviews

Senior: I loved Morrice. I had excellent teachers who took the time to get to know you. It was a friendly environment and I would definitely do it again!... Read 35 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 221

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Northwest Community Schools, MI•

• 8-12

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  206 reviews

Senior: Northwest is home to me. It is a place I feel so comfortable in, and if I had a choice, I'd stay forever if I could. High school is one of the best experiences a kid goes through and it is something that I looked forward too since I started school. Although my senior year was not supposed to go like this, Northwest is working hard to make it the best they can just like they do with everything else. Northwest provides a wonderful staff who dedicates all of their time to us kids, and we students are beyond grateful for them, without them we wouldn't be who we are today. My school made everyday a good day, everyone was close and we all feel like a family. No, this may not be the senior year we wanted, but I am making a promise to myself to make sure I strive this year and make the best of the situation. Northwest, I sincerely thank you for providing so much, a great education, and a family. I know I'll always be welcome back. Forever I will be a Mountie.... Read 206 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 1,018

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Stockbridge Community Schools, MI•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  80 reviews

Junior: Stockbridge is the most outstanding rural school that one can imagine. The teachers are so incredibly understanding, caring, and kind. Throughout my time at Stockbridge, I have developed relationships with my teachers that I hope lasts a lifetime, and I have met some of my closest friends at school. The school is an excellent balance of academic rigor and extracurricular fun with countless opportunities for one to succeed for being such a small school. Many people who have come from larger schools to Stockbridge enjoy the interconnectedness that is demonstrated each day in our building. Above all, I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities I have been given to care for others in my school and in my community through volunteer programs and through finding openings to make an impact.... Read 80 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 612

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Springport Public Schools, MI•

• PK, 9-12

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  Rating 3.64 out of 5  45 reviews

Senior: I transferred to Springport my freshman year. The reason I did was to get more involved in the FFA and all the fun activities the school had. My first week of school was amazing! I thought I wasn't going to like it because I was "the new kid". The students and teachers were very welcoming and made me feel comfortable there. Hallways and classrooms always were clean, you would just see someone doing a random act of kindness, like picking up trash on the ground or helping a teacher hang up posters in the halls! Now that it is my last year in high school, that all felt like a blur, I laugh about how I was scared to be at a new school, because now since the school is so small and friendly, I basically know the whole school and get along with everyone!... Read 45 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 303

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Perry Public Schools, MI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.62 out of 5  125 reviews

Senior: I made the switch to Perry High School at the start of my sophomore year and at first the idea of it was awful. After a bit of time I realized how glad I was that I transferred. All of the teachers here are absolutely amazing, incredibly helpful and they are all taught well. The students here are also great! I've made so many friends, even if we aren't friends walking past people in the hallway you can always expect a smile or some kind of recognition. The small knit community of this school is just perfect. I love it here at Perry High School, so glad to be able to say ill graduate from here.... Read 125 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 348

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1