For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,255 students in 49707, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 211 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 49707, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49707, MI are Pied Piper School, Aces Academy and Alpena High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49707 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49707, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49707, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pied Piper School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
444 Wilson St
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 356-1414
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 356-1414
Grades: PK-12
| 38 students
Rank: #22.
Aces Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3303 S Third Ave
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5170
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5170
Grades: 7-12
| 70 students
Rank: #33.
Alpena High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3303 S Third Ave
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5200
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5200
Grades: 8-12
| 1,101 students
Rank: #44.
Ella M White Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Ripley Blvd
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5950
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5950
Grades: K-5
| 472 students
Rank: #55.
Hinks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7667 Us Highway 23 N
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5560
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5560
Grades: K-5
| 137 students
Rank: #66.
Besser Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
375 Wilson St
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5100
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5100
Grades: K-5
| 456 students
Rank: #77.
Thunder Bay Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3500 S Third Ave
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5400
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5400
Grades: 6-8
| 844 students
Rank: #88.
Lincoln Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
309 W Lake St
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5900
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5900
Grades: K-5
| 137 students
49707, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2118 Us Hwy 23 South
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 354-3101
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 354-3101
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
211 North First Ave
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 354-3101
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 354-3101
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Bingham Arts Academy (Closed 2016)
Charter School
555 S Fifth St
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-2500
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 117 students
Esd Sp Ed Programs In Lea Facilities Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
2118 Us Hwy 23 South
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 354-3101
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 354-3101
Grades: PK
| 7 students
7065 Dietz Road
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5760
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5760
Grades: PK-6
| 134 students
1421 Hobbs Dr
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5840
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5840
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49707, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49707, MI include Pied Piper School, Aces Academy and Alpena High School.
How many public schools are located in 49707?
8 public schools are located in 49707.
What percentage of students in 49707 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 49707 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49707?
49707 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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