For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 229 students in 49706, MI.
The top ranked public school in 49706, MI is Alanson Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 49706 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49706, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49706, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alanson Public School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7400 North St
Alanson, MI 49706
(231) 548-2261
Alanson, MI 49706
(231) 548-2261
Gr: PK-12 | 229 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
49706, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7400 North St
Alanson, MI 49706
(231) 548-2261
Alanson, MI 49706
(231) 548-2261
Gr: PK-12 | 432 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49706, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49706, MI include Alanson Public School.
How many public schools are located in 49706?
1 public schools are located in 49706.
What is the racial composition of students in 49706?
49706 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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