For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 973 students in 49629, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49629, MI are Elk Rapids High School, Lakeland Elementary School and Cherryland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49629 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49629, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49629, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elk Rapids High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
308 Meguzee Pt
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Grades: 9-12
| 380 students
Rank: #22.
Lakeland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
616 Buckley St
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8289
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8289
Grades: PK-5
| 313 students
Rank: #33.
Cherryland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
707 E 3rd St
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8991
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8991
Grades: 6-8
| 257 students
Rank: #44.
Sunrise Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 Meguzee Pt
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49629, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49629, MI include Elk Rapids High School, Lakeland Elementary School and Cherryland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49629?
4 public schools are located in 49629.
What is the racial composition of students in 49629?
49629 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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