For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 325 students in Baraga, MI.
The top ranked public school in Baraga, MI is Baraga School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baraga, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Baraga have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Baraga, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Baraga School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
210 Lyons St
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6661
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6661
Grades: K-12
| 325 students
Rank: n/an/a
Baraga Maximum Correctional Facility
Alternative School
13924 Wadaga Rd
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-7070
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-7070
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Baraga, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15211 Pelkie Rd
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6664
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6664
Grades: K-2
| 74 students
210 Lyons Street
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6663
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6663
Grades: 3-5
| 103 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Baraga, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Baraga, MI include Baraga School.
How many public schools are located in Baraga?
2 public schools are located in Baraga.
What is the racial composition of students in Baraga?
Baraga public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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