For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,989 students in 48661, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 94 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 48661, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48661, MI are Rose City School, Ogemaw Heights High School and Surline Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48661 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48661, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48661, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rose City School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
515 Harrington
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2250
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2250
Grades: PK-6
| 115 students
Rank: #22.
Ogemaw Heights High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
960 S M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Grades: 9-12
| 573 students
Rank: #33.
Surline Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2190
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2190
Grades: PK-4
| 601 students
Rank: #44.
Surline Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2140
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2140
Grades: 5-8
| 582 students
Rank: #55.
Alternative Educational Academy Of Ogemaw County
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2479 S M 76
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 362-3006
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 362-3006
Grades: 6-12
| 118 students
48661, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
960 South M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
500 Lake Street
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Grades: 7-11
| 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48661, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48661, MI include Rose City School, Ogemaw Heights High School and Surline Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48661?
5 public schools are located in 48661.
What percentage of students in 48661 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48661 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48661?
48661 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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