For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 497 students in Charlevoix, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Charlevoix, MI are Charlevoix Elementary School and Charem Special Education Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Charlevoix, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Charlevoix have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Charlevoix, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charlevoix Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
108 E Garfield Ave
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-8115
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-8115
Gr: PK-6 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Charem Special Education Schools
Special Education School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8568 Mercer Rd
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9947
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9947
Gr: PK-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Charlevoix, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Charlevoix, MI include Charlevoix Elementary School and Charem Special Education Schools.
How many public elementary schools are located in Charlevoix?
2 public elementary schools are located in Charlevoix.
What is the racial composition of students in Charlevoix?
Charlevoix public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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