Best Mackinac Island Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 64 students in Mackinac Island, MI.
The top-ranked public school in Mackinac Island, MI is Mackinac Island School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mackinac Island, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Mackinac Island have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Mackinac Island, MI (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mackinac Island School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
340 Lakeshore Dr
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
(906) 847-3377
Gr: K-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Mackinac Island, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Mackinac Island, MI include Mackinac Island School.
How many public schools are located in Mackinac Island?
1 public schools are located in Mackinac Island.
What is the racial composition of students in Mackinac Island?
Mackinac Island public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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