For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,154 students in Benzie County, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Benzie County, MI are Frankfort High School, Frankfort Elementary School and Benzie Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benzie County, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Benzie County have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary 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 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
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 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
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 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 83:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
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 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
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 elementary schools in Benzie County, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Benzie County, MI include Frankfort High School, Frankfort Elementary School and Benzie Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Benzie County?
6 public elementary schools are located in Benzie County.
What is the racial composition of students in Benzie County?
Benzie County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Benzie County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Benzie County include: Homestead Hills Elementary School vs. Betsie Valley School, Betsie Valley School vs. Homestead Hills Elementary School, Frankfort Elementary School vs. Homestead Hills Elementary School
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