For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 796 students in 49801, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 140 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 49801, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49801, MI are North Elementary School, Iron Mountain High School and Imk Community Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49801 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49801, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49801, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 5th St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2626
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2626
Grades: K-4
| 259 students
Rank: #22.
Iron Mountain High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 W B St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Grades: 9-12
| 237 students
Rank: #33.
Imk Community Education
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 E E St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2660
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2660
Grades: K-12
| 106 students
Rank: #44.
East Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 W B St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Grades: 5-6
| 100 students
Rank: #55.
Central Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 W B St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Grades: 7-8
| 94 students
49801, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
301 West Hughitt St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2620
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2620
Grades: K-6
| 233 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49801, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49801, MI include North Elementary School, Iron Mountain High School and Imk Community Education.
How many public schools are located in 49801?
5 public schools are located in 49801.
What percentage of students in 49801 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 49801 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49801?
49801 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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