Best 49659 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 534 students in 49659, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49659, MI are Mancelona Middle School and Mancelona Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49659 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49659, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best 49659, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mancelona Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
112 St Johns Ave
Mancelona, MI 49659
(231) 587-9869
Gr: 5-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Mancelona Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
231 W Limits St
Mancelona, MI 49659
(231) 587-8661
Gr: PK-4 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49659, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49659, MI include Mancelona Middle School and Mancelona Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49659?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49659.
What is the racial composition of students in 49659?
49659 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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