For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 566 students in Onaway, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Onaway, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Onaway, MI are Presque Isle Academy, Onaway Senior High School and Onaway Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Onaway, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Onaway have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Onaway, MI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Presque Isle Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20830 Cedar St
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-6708
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-6708
Grades: 9-12
| 25 students
Rank: #22.
Onaway Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4549 M 33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4800
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 160 students
Rank: #33.
Onaway Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4549 M 33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4850
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4850
Grades: 6-8
| 124 students
Rank: #44.
Onaway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4549 M 33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4900
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4900
Grades: K-5
| 257 students
Onaway, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Baca Community School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
4549 S. M-33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-6708
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-6708
Grades: 9-12
| 60 students
4549 M 33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4905
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4905
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Russell House High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3598 North Veterans Dr
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-5201
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-5201
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Onaway, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Onaway, MI include Presque Isle Academy, Onaway Senior High School and Onaway Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Onaway?
4 public schools are located in Onaway.
What percentage of students in Onaway go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Onaway are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Onaway?
Onaway public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Onaway are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Onaway include: Onaway Elementary School vs. Onaway Middle School
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