For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 208 students in 49817, MI.
The top ranked public school in 49817, MI is Big Bay De Noc School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 49817 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49817, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49817, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Big Bay De Noc School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8928 Oo 25 Rd
Cooks, MI 49817
(906) 252-4500
Cooks, MI 49817
(906) 252-4500
Grades: PK-12
| 208 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49817, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49817, MI include Big Bay De Noc School.
How many public schools are located in 49817?
1 public schools are located in 49817.
What is the racial composition of students in 49817?
49817 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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