For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 347 students in 48739, MI.
The top-ranked public school in 48739, MI is Hale Area School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 48739 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48739, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48739, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hale Area School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
311 N Washington St
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Gr: K-12 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
48739, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
311 N. Washington Street
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Gr: 5-8 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
311 N. Washington Street
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Gr: K-4 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
311 N Washington St
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Gr: PK-8 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Hale Way Cyber School Program (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
200 West Main St
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Gr: 9-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48739, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48739, MI include Hale Area School.
How many public schools are located in 48739?
1 public schools are located in 48739.
What is the racial composition of students in 48739?
48739 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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