For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 809 students in Bridgman, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 19 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Bridgman, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Bridgman, MI are Bridgman Elementary School, Bridgman High School and Fc Reed Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bridgman, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Bridgman have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bridgman, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Bridgman Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3891 Lake St
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0241
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0241
Gr: PK-4 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Bridgman High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9964 Gast Rd
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0223
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0223
Gr: 9-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Fc Reed Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10254 California
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 465-5410
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 465-5410
Gr: 5-8 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Bridgman, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bridgman Alternative Education High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
9964 Gast Road
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0223
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0223
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bridgman, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Bridgman, MI include Bridgman Elementary School, Bridgman High School and Fc Reed Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bridgman?
3 public schools are located in Bridgman.
What percentage of students in Bridgman go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Bridgman are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bridgman?
Bridgman public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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