For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,380 students in 49685, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 251 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 49685, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49685, MI are West Senior High School, Westwoods Elementary School and Long Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49685 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49685, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49685, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Senior High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5376 N Long Lake Rd
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7502
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7502
Grades: 9-12
| 1,471 students
Rank: #22.
Westwoods Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 Fisher Rd
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7900
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7900
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #33.
Long Lake Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7600 N Long Lake Rd
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7800
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 357 students
Rank: #44.
Blair Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1625 Sawyer Rd
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-5700
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-5700
Grades: PK-5
| 205 students
49685, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3723 Shore Road
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-6420
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-6420
Grades: K-6
| 240 students
1009 S. Oak Street
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7860
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7860
Grades: K-6
| 265 students
10781 East Cherry Bend Road
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-8660
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-8660
Grades: K-6
| 261 students
P.o. Box 32
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-6570
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-6570
Grades: PK-6
| 72 students
P.o. Box 32
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7910
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7910
Grades: PK-6
| 210 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49685, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49685, MI include West Senior High School, Westwoods Elementary School and Long Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49685?
4 public schools are located in 49685.
What percentage of students in 49685 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 49685 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49685?
49685 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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