For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,052 students in Dowagiac, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 60 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Dowagiac, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Dowagiac, MI are Pathfinders Alternative Ed, North Pointe Center and Justus Gage Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dowagiac, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Dowagiac have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dowagiac, MI (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pathfinders Alternative Ed
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 North Paul St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4471
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4471
Grades: 9-12
| 46 students
Rank: #22.
North Pointe Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
704 Orchard St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-7727
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-7727
Grades: K-12
| 52 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Justus Gage Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 Oak St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4460
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4460
Grades: PK-5
| 262 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Kincheloe Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25121 Gage St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4464
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4464
Grades: PK-5
| 236 students
Rank: #55.
Union High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 West Prairie Ronde St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4420
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4420
Grades: 9-12
| 565 students
Rank: #66.
Sister Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
68079 M 152
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4468
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4468
Grades: PK-5
| 181 students
Rank: #77.
Dowagiac Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
57072 Riverside Dr
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4440
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4440
Grades: 6-8
| 464 students
Rank: #88.
Patrick Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
614 Spruce St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4450
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4450
Grades: K-5
| 246 students
Dowagiac, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
206 Main Street
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4462
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4462
Grades: PK-K
| 172 students
614 Spruce Street
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4450
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4450
Grades: 5-6
| 412 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dowagiac, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Dowagiac, MI include Pathfinders Alternative Ed, North Pointe Center and Justus Gage Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dowagiac, MI?
8 public schools are located in Dowagiac, MI.
What percentage of students in Dowagiac, MI go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Dowagiac, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dowagiac, MI?
Dowagiac, MI public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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