For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,831 students in 49684, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49684, MI are Tcaps Montessori School, Willow Hill Elementary School and Central Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49684 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49684, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49684, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tcaps Montessori School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4053 Franke Rd
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-6420
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-6420
Grades: PK-8
| 297 students
Rank: #22.
Willow Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1250 Hill St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-8540
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-8540
Grades: PK-5
| 444 students
Rank: #33.
Central Grade School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 W Seventh St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5910
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5910
Grades: PK-6
| 537 students
Rank: #44.
West Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3950 Silver Lake Rd
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-8200
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-8200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,108 students
Rank: #55.
The Greenspire School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1026 Red Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 421-5905
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 421-5905
Grades: 6-12
| 98 students
Rank: #66.
Silver Lake Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5858 Culver Rd
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-3580
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-3580
Grades: PK-5
| 293 students
Rank: #77.
North Edcreekside School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Silver Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6375
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6375
Grades: K-12
| 54 students
49684, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
301 West Seventh St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5600
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5600
Grades: 4-5
| 69 students
Tba Central Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
301 West 7th
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6244
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6244
Grades: Inquire with school
| 74 students
Tba Se Early Childhood (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
1101 Red Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6200
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6200
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1101 Red Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6200
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6200
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49684, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49684, MI include Tcaps Montessori School, Willow Hill Elementary School and Central Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49684?
7 public elementary schools are located in 49684.
What is the racial composition of students in 49684?
49684 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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