For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,018 students in 49783, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 116 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 49783, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49783, MI are Washington Elementary School, Sault Area High School and Lincoln School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49783 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49783, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49783, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 Ryan Ave
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6629
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6629
Grades: K-1
| 246 students
Rank: #22.
Sault Area High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
904 Marquette Ave
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6605
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6605
Grades: 8-12
| 716 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 E 5th Ave
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6626
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6626
Grades: PK-7
| 352 students
Rank: #44.
Sault Area Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
684 Marquette Ave
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6604
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6604
Grades: 5-10
| 533 students
Rank: #55.
Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Marquette Ave
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-5055
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-5055
Grades: PK-8
| 596 students
Rank: #66.
Lake Superior Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8936 S Mackinac Trl
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 259-1168
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 259-1168
Grades: K-6
| 85 students
Rank: #77.
Malcolm High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5788 S M 129
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6638
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6638
Grades: 9-12
| 88 students
Rank: n/an/a
Eupisd Project Search
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
500 Osborn Blvd
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 632-3373
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 632-3373
Grades: 12
| 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
Jkl Bahweting Anishnabe School
Magnet School
1301 Marquette Avenue
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-5055
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-5055
Grades: K-12
| 400 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sault Area Career Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
904 Marquette Ave
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-3839
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-3839
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
49783, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
315 Armory Place
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 632-3373
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 632-3373
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Eupisd Community Based Early Childhood Services (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
315 Armory Pl
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 632-3373
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 632-3373
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Mckinley Elementary School (Closed 2005)
Magnet School
2023 W. 4th Avenue
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6628
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6628
Grades: PK-2
| 189 students
Soo Township School (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
5788 South M 129
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6630
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6630
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49783, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49783, MI include Washington Elementary School, Sault Area High School and Lincoln School.
How many public schools are located in 49783?
10 public schools are located in 49783.
What percentage of students in 49783 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 49783 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49783?
49783 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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