For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 839 students in Saranac, MI.
The top ranked public schools in Saranac, MI are Saranac Elementary School and Saranac Jrsr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saranac, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Saranac have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 Public Schools in Saranac, MI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Saranac Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 Pleasant St
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1200
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1200
Grades: PK-6
| 434 students
Rank: #22.
Saranac Jrsr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 Pleasant St
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Grades: 7-12
| 405 students
Saranac, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Harker Middle School (Closed 2012)
Magnet School
234 Vosper St
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1300
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1300
Grades: 6-8
| 264 students
Saranac Community Education (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
150 S. Pleasant Street
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Grades: Inquire with school
| 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Saranac, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Saranac, MI include Saranac Elementary School and Saranac Jrsr High School.
How many public schools are located in Saranac?
2 public schools are located in Saranac.
What is the racial composition of students in Saranac?
Saranac 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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