For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 722 students in Ironwood, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 42 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Ironwood, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Ironwood, MI are Gogebic Co Community Education and Luther L Wright K12 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ironwood, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Ironwood have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Ironwood, MI (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gogebic Co Community Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
E4946 Jackson Rd, Ste T023c
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Grades: 9-12
| 29 students
Rank: #22.
Luther L Wright K12 School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
650 East Ayer St
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Grades: PK-12
| 693 students
Ironwood, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
650 East Ayer Street
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Grades: 3-6
| 198 students
650 E Ayer St
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Grades: PK-2
| 190 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ironwood, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Ironwood, MI include Gogebic Co Community Education and Luther L Wright K12 School.
How many public schools are located in Ironwood, MI?
2 public schools are located in Ironwood, MI.
What percentage of students in Ironwood, MI go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Ironwood, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ironwood, MI?
Ironwood, MI public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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