For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,476 students in Benzie County, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 45 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Benzie County, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Benzie County, MI are Frankfort High School, Frankfort Elementary School and Benzie Central Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benzie County, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Benzie County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% 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 Public Schools in Benzie County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frankfort High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
534 11th St
Frankfort, MI 49635
(231) 352-4781
Frankfort, MI 49635
(231) 352-4781
Gr: 6-12 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Frankfort Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
613 Leelanau Ave
Frankfort, MI 49635
(231) 352-4641
Frankfort, MI 49635
(231) 352-4641
Gr: PK-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Benzie Central Sr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9300 Homestead Rd
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Gr: 9-12 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Benzie Central Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9300 Homestead Rd
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Gr: 6-8 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #55.
Betsie Valley School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
17936 Cadillac Hwy
Thompsonville, MI 49683
(231) 378-4164
Thompsonville, MI 49683
(231) 378-4164
Gr: PK-5 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Benzie Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9222 Homestead Rd
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Gr: 6-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 85:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #77.
Homestead Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7048 Severance St
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4641
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4641
Gr: PK-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Benzie County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11434 Main St
Honor, MI 49640
(231) 325-3063
Honor, MI 49640
(231) 325-3063
Gr: K-6 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Benzie County, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Benzie County, MI include Frankfort High School, Frankfort Elementary School and Benzie Central Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Benzie County?
7 public schools are located in Benzie County.
What percentage of students in Benzie County go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Benzie County are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Benzie County?
Benzie County 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).
Which public schools in Benzie County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Benzie County include: Frankfort High School vs. Benzie Central Sr High School, Benzie Central Sr High School vs. Frankfort High School, Homestead Hills Elementary School vs. Betsie Valley School
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