For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 277 students in 49629, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 49629, MI is Cherryland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 49629 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49629, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49629, MI Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherryland Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
707 E 3rd St
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8991
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8991
Gr: 6-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49629, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49629, MI include Cherryland Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49629?
1 public middle schools are located in 49629.
What is the racial composition of students in 49629?
49629 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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