For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,030 students in 49802, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49802, MI are Woodland Elementary School, Dickinsoniron Special Education and Kingsford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49802 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49802, 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 37% (majority Black).
Best 49802, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Woodland Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2000 W Pyle Dr
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2685
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2685
Grades: K-4
| 803 students
Rank: #22.
Dickinsoniron Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1074 Pyle Dr
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2692
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2692
Grades: PK-12
| 51 students
Rank: #33.
Kingsford High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
431 Hamilton Ave
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2670
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2670
Grades: 9-12
| 599 students
Rank: #44.
Kingsford Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
445 Hamilton Ave
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2680
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2680
Grades: 5-8
| 577 students
Rank: n/an/a
Dickinsoniron Tech Educational Center
Vocational School
300 North Blvd
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2697
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2697
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
49802, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
245 North Balsam St
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 776-8150
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 776-8150
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1074 Pyle Dr
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2690
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2690
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49802, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49802, MI include Woodland Elementary School, Dickinsoniron Special Education and Kingsford High School.
How many public schools are located in 49802?
5 public schools are located in 49802.
What is the racial composition of students in 49802?
49802 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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