For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 325 students in 49908, MI.
The top ranked public school in 49908, MI is Baraga School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49908 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49908, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49908, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baraga School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
210 Lyons St
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6661
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6661
Gr: K-12 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
Baraga Maximum Correctional Facility
Alternative School
13924 Wadaga Rd
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-7070
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-7070
Gr: 9-12
49908, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
15211 Pelkie Rd
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6664
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6664
Gr: K-2 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
210 Lyons Street
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6663
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6663
Gr: 3-5 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49908, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49908, MI include Baraga School.
How many public schools are located in 49908?
2 public schools are located in 49908.
What is the racial composition of students in 49908?
49908 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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