For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 493 students in 49633, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49633, MI are Forest Area High School, Fife Lake Elementary School and Forest Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49633 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49633, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49633, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Area High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7661 Shippy Rd Sw
Fife Lake, MI 49633
(231) 369-2884
Fife Lake, MI 49633
(231) 369-2884
Gr: 9-12 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Fife Lake Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
108 Pierce St
Fife Lake, MI 49633
(231) 879-3362
Fife Lake, MI 49633
(231) 879-3362
Gr: PK-3 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Forest Area Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7661 Shippy Rd Sw
Fife Lake, MI 49633
(231) 369-2884
Fife Lake, MI 49633
(231) 369-2884
Gr: 4-8 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49633, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49633, MI include Forest Area High School, Fife Lake Elementary School and Forest Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49633?
3 public schools are located in 49633.
What is the racial composition of students in 49633?
49633 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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