For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,405 students in Gaylord, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gaylord, MI are South Maple Elementary School, Gaylord Intermediate School and North Ohio Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gaylord, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gaylord have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Gaylord, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
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 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
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 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Gaylord, 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 elementary schools in Gaylord, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gaylord, MI include South Maple Elementary School, Gaylord Intermediate School and North Ohio Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gaylord?
3 public elementary schools are located in Gaylord.
What is the racial composition of students in Gaylord?
Gaylord public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Gaylord are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Gaylord include: South Maple Elementary School vs. North Ohio Elementary School, North Ohio Elementary School vs. South Maple Elementary School
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