For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 491 students in Harbor Springs, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Harbor Springs, MI is Harbor Springs Middle 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 43% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (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 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Harbor Springs, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harbor Springs Middle School
(Math: 43% | 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
Gr: 5-8 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
175 E Lake St
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 526-4600
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 526-4600
Gr: K-4 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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.
How many public elementary schools are located in Harbor Springs?
2 public elementary schools are located in Harbor Springs.
What is the racial composition of students in Harbor Springs?
Harbor Springs 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 38% (majority Black).
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