For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 223 students in Central Lake, MI.
The top-ranked public school in Central Lake, MI is Central Lake Public Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Central Lake, MI public school 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 Central Lake have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Central Lake, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Lake Public Schools
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8169 W State St
Central Lake, MI 49622
(231) 544-3141
Central Lake, MI 49622
(231) 544-3141
Gr: PK-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Central Lake, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Central Lake, MI include Central Lake Public Schools.
How many public schools are located in Central Lake?
1 public schools are located in Central Lake.
What is the racial composition of students in Central Lake?
Central Lake public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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