For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 181 students in 49405, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 49405, MI is Mason County Eastern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 49405 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49405, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49405, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mason County Eastern Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18 S Main St
Custer, MI 49405
(231) 757-3733
Custer, MI 49405
(231) 757-3733
Gr: PK-6 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49405, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49405, MI include Mason County Eastern Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49405?
1 public elementary schools are located in 49405.
What is the racial composition of students in 49405?
49405 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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