For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 411 students in 49845, MI.
The top ranked public elementary school in 49845, MI is Bark Riverharris Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 49845 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49845, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49845, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bark Riverharris Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Hwy Us 2 41
Harris, MI 49845
(906) 466-5334
Harris, MI 49845
(906) 466-5334
Grades: PK-6
| 411 students
49845, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 350
Harris, MI 49845
(906) 466-5334
Harris, MI 49845
(906) 466-5334
Grades: K-6
| 374 students
P.o. Box 350
Harris, MI 49845
(906) 466-5321
Harris, MI 49845
(906) 466-5321
Grades: 7-12
| 286 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49845, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49845, MI include Bark Riverharris Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49845?
1 public elementary schools are located in 49845.
What is the racial composition of students in 49845?
49845 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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