For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,776 students in 49735, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 599 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 49735, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49735, MI are Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg, Gaylord Middle School and South Maple Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49735 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49735, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49735, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
90 Livingston Blvd
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0969
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0969
Gr: 9-12 | 933 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Gaylord Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 E 5th St
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0848
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0848
Gr: 7-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
South Maple Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
650 E 5th St
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0648
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0648
Gr: PK-3 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Gaylord Intermediate School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
240 E 4th St
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0856
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0856
Gr: 4-6 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
North Ohio Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
912 N Ohio Ave
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-2648
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-2648
Gr: PK-3 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
49735, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gaylord Academic Support Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
615 South Elm Ave
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 705-3018
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 705-3018
Gr: 7-12
Gaylord Virtual Instruction Program (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
615 S Elm Ave
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 705-3080
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 705-3080
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49735, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49735, MI include Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg, Gaylord Middle School and South Maple Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49735?
5 public schools are located in 49735.
What percentage of students in 49735 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 49735 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49735?
49735 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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