For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,882 students in 49601, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 299 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 49601, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49601, MI are Mackinaw Trail Middle School, Cadillac Senior High School and Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49601 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49601, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 49601, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mackinaw Trail Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8401 S Mackinaw Trl
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5600
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Cadillac Senior High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Chestnut St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5800
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 903 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 Lester St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5200
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
125 Ayer St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5400
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5400
Gr: K-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Cadillac Innovation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
532 Haynes St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5900
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Wexfordmissaukee Isd Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9907 E 13th St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-2279
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-2279
Gr: PK-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Wexfordmissaukee Isd Career Center
Vocational School
9901 E 13th St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-2200
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-2200
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49601, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49601, MI include Mackinaw Trail Middle School, Cadillac Senior High School and Franklin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49601?
7 public schools are located in 49601.
What percentage of students in 49601 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 49601 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49601?
49601 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).
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