For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,029 students in 49707, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49707, MI are Pied Piper School, Besser Elementary School and Ella M White Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49707 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49707, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49707, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pied Piper School
Special Education School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
444 Wilson St
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 356-1414
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 356-1414
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Besser Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
375 Wilson St
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5100
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5100
Gr: K-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Ella M White Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Ripley Blvd
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5950
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5950
Gr: K-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Hinks Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7667 Us Highway 23 N
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5560
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5560
Gr: K-5 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Thunder Bay Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3500 S Third Ave
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5400
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
309 W Lake St
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5900
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5900
Gr: K-5 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49707, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49707, MI include Pied Piper School, Besser Elementary School and Ella M White Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49707?
6 public elementary schools are located in 49707.
What is the racial composition of students in 49707?
49707 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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