For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 341 students in 49405, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49405, MI are Mason County Eastern Junior Highhigh School and Mason County Eastern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49405 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49405, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49405, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mason County Eastern Junior Highhigh School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18 S Main St
Custer, MI 49405
(231) 757-3733
Custer, MI 49405
(231) 757-3733
Grades: 7-12
| 157 students
Rank: #22.
Mason County Eastern Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18 S Main St
Custer, MI 49405
(231) 757-3733
Custer, MI 49405
(231) 757-3733
Grades: PK-6
| 184 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49405, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49405, MI include Mason County Eastern Junior Highhigh School and Mason County Eastern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49405?
2 public schools are located in 49405.
What is the racial composition of students in 49405?
49405 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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