For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 854 students in 49329, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49329, MI are Tri County Senior High School and Tri County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49329 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49329, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49329, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tri County Senior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21338 Kendaville Rd
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4338
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4338
Gr: 9-12 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Tri County Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21350 Kendaville Rd
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4318
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4318
Gr: 6-8 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
49329, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
412 E Edgerton St
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4391
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4391
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49329, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49329, MI include Tri County Senior High School and Tri County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49329?
2 public schools are located in 49329.
What is the racial composition of students in 49329?
49329 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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