For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 796 students in 49801, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 140 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 49801, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49801, MI are North Elementary School, Iron Mountain High School and Imk Community Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49801 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49801, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49801, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 5th St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2626
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2626
Gr: K-4 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Iron Mountain High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 W B St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Gr: 9-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Imk Community Education
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 E E St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2660
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2660
Gr: K-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
East Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 W B St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Gr: 5-6 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Central Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 W B St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2610
Gr: 7-8 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
49801, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 West Hughitt St
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2620
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(906) 779-2620
Gr: K-6 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49801, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49801, MI include North Elementary School, Iron Mountain High School and Imk Community Education.
How many public schools are located in 49801?
5 public schools are located in 49801.
What percentage of students in 49801 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 49801 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49801?
49801 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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