For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 478 students in Harbor Springs, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Harbor Springs, MI are Harbor Springs Middle School and Shay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harbor Springs, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Harbor Springs have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Harbor Springs, MI (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harbor Springs Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
800 South State Rd
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 526-4700
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 526-4700
Grades: 5-8
| 243 students
Rank: #22.
Shay Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
175 East Lake St
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 526-4500
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 526-4500
Grades: 2-4
| 139 students
Rank: n/an/a
421 East Lake St
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 526-4600
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 526-4600
Grades: PK-1
| 96 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Harbor Springs, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Harbor Springs, MI include Harbor Springs Middle School and Shay Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Harbor Springs, MI?
3 public elementary schools are located in Harbor Springs, MI.
What is the racial composition of students in Harbor Springs, MI?
Harbor Springs, MI public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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