Michigan, October 14, 2025

News Summary

The latest rankings for Michigan high school football have been released by High School On SI, utilizing a bias-free ranking algorithm to fairly assess team performances. Norway, Harbor Beach, Pewamo-Westphalia, Almont, Michigan Center, Harper Woods, DeWitt, South Lyon, and Detroit Catholic Central are among the top teams in their respective classifications, all boasting impressive records of 7-0. This new ranking system aims to minimize subjectivity and provide equal recognition to every team’s achievements on the field.

October 2025 Rankings Released for Michigan High School Football Teams

Detroit, MI – The latest rankings for Michigan high school football teams have been released by High School On SI as of October 13, 2025. The ranking system employs a linear algebra-based algorithm influenced by the Colley Bias-Free Ranking Method, developed by Wes Colley, Ph.D. The objective of this ranking algorithm is to minimize subjectivity in the evaluation of football teams.

Top Teams in Each Classification

Class 8 Man 2 Rankings

1. Norway (Norway, MI) – record 7-0
2. Martin (Martin, MI) – record 7-0
3. Inland Lakes (Indian River, MI) – record 7-0
4. Mendon (Mendon, MI) – record 7-0
5. Deckerville (Deckerville, MI) – record 7-0
6. Montabella (Blanchard, MI) – record 7-0
7. Merrill (Merrill, MI) – record 6-1
8. Pickford (Pickford, MI) – record 5-1
9. Gobles (Gobles, MI) – record 5-2
10. Breckenridge (Breckenridge, MI) – record 5-2

Class 8 Man 1 Rankings

1. Harbor Beach (Harbor Beach, MI) – record 7-0
2. Hudson (Hudson, MI) – record 7-0
3. Glen Lake (Maple City, MI) – record 5-1
4. Springport (Springport, MI) – record 7-0
5. Beal City (Mt. Pleasant, MI) – record 7-0
6. Bark River-Harris (Harris, MI) – record 5-1
7. Unionville-Sebewaing (Sebewaing, MI) – record 5-2
8. Decatur (Decatur, MI) – record 5-2
9. Madison (Madison Heights, MI) – record 6-1
10. Melvindale ABT (Melvindale, MI) – record 6-0

Division 8 Rankings

1. Pewamo-Westphalia (Pewamo, MI) – record 7-0
2. Charlevoix (Charlevoix, MI) – record 7-0
3. Schoolcraft (Schoolcraft, MI) – record 6-1
4. Millington (Millington, MI) – record 6-1
5. Cass City (Cass City, MI) – record 6-2
6. Ithaca (Ithaca, MI) – record 6-1
7. Menominee (Menominee, MI) – record 7-0
8. Hanover-Horton (Horton, MI) – record 5-2
9. Lawton (Lawton, MI) – record 5-2
10. Bronson (Bronson, MI) – record 6-1

Division 7 Rankings

1. Almont (Almont, MI) – record 7-0
2. Montrose (Montrose, MI) – record 7-0
3. Edison Academy (Detroit, MI) – record 6-1
4. Belding (Belding, MI) – record 6-1
5. Kingsley (Kingsley, MI) – record 5-2
6. Ecorse (Ecorse, MI) – record 6-1
7. Reed City (Reed City, MI) – record 5-2
8. Marine City (Marine City, MI) – record 6-1
9. Kent City (Kent City, MI) – record 7-0
10. Ovid-Elsie (Elsie, MI) – record 5-2

Division 6 Rankings

1. Michigan Center (Michigan Center, MI) – record 7-0
2. Jefferson (Monroe, MI) – record 7-0
3. Ogemaw Heights (West Branch, MI) – record 6-1
4. Notre Dame Prep (Pontiac, MI) – record 5-2
5. Swan Valley (Saginaw, MI) – record 6-1
6. Frankenmuth (Frankenmuth, MI) – record 6-1
7. Richmond (Richmond, MI) – record 6-1
8. Kingsford (Kingsford, MI) – record 6-1
9. Armada (Armada, MI) – record 5-2
10. Tri County Area (Howard City, MI) – record 5-2

Division 5 Rankings

1. Harper Woods (Harper Woods, MI) – record 7-0
2. Williamston (Williamston, MI) – record 7-0
3. Big Rapids (Big Rapids, MI) – record 7-0
4. Goodrich (Goodrich, MI) – record 7-0
5. Ludington (Ludington, MI) – record 7-0
6. Portland (Portland, MI) – record 7-0
7. Chelsea (Chelsea, MI) – record 6-1
8. Edwardsburg (Edwardsburg, MI) – record 6-1
9. Harper Creek (Battle Creek, MI) – record 6-1
10. Haslett (Haslett, MI) – record 5-2

Division 4 Rankings

1. DeWitt (DeWitt, MI) – record 7-0
2. Niles (Niles, MI) – record 7-0
3. Mt. Pleasant (Mt. Pleasant, MI) – record 7-0
4. Gaylord (Gaylord, MI) – record 7-0
5. Kenowa Hills (Grand Rapids, MI) – record 6-1
6. East Grand Rapids (Grand Rapids, MI) – record 5-2
7. Cedar Springs (Cedar Springs, MI) – record 6-1
8. Fitzgerald (Warren, MI) – record 6-1
9. Martin Luther King (Detroit, MI) – record 5-2
10. Marysville (Marysville, MI) – record 5-2

Division 3 Rankings

1. South Lyon (South Lyon, MI) – record 7-0
2. Dexter (Dexter, MI) – record 6-1
3. Dow (Midland, MI) – record 6-1
4. Portage Central (Portage, MI) – record 7-0
5. Carlson (Gibraltar, MI) – record 7-0
6. Northview (Grand Rapids, MI) – record 5-2
7. Port Huron Northern (Port Huron, MI) – record 5-1
8. Mott (Waterford, MI) – record 5-2
9. Walled Lake Western (Walled Lake, MI) – record 5-2
10. Grosse Pointe South (Grosse Pointe, MI) – record 6-1

Division 2 Rankings

1. Detroit Catholic Central (Novi, MI) – record 7-0
2. Cass Tech (Detroit, MI) – record 7-0
3. Hudsonville (Hudsonville, MI) – record 7-0
4. Clarkston (Clarkston, MI) – record 6-1
5. Davison (Davison, MI) – record 7-0
6. Grand Blanc (Grand Blanc, MI) – record 7-0
7. Belleville (Belleville, MI) – record 6-1
8. Farmington (Farmington, MI) – record 6-1
9. Rockford (Rockford, MI) – record 5-2
10. Saline (Saline, MI) – record 6-1

Division 1 Rankings

Rankings for Division 1 were not provided in the source content.

Background Context

The rankings for high school football teams in Michigan are crucial for determining playoff placements and overall team successes. By using a mathematical algorithm, the rankings aim to provide a fair assessment based on performance rather than subjective opinions. Such a system ensures that every team has an equal opportunity to be recognized for their achievements on the field.

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Additional Resources

• On3: Michigan High School Football Rankings (October 13, 2025)
• Detroit Free Press: Michigan High School Football Rankings (Week 7)
• Michigan’s Thumb: Michigan High School Football Final Scores
• SI: Michigan High School Football Final Scores (October 10, 2025)
• Wikipedia: Michigan High School Sports

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