For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,411 students in Marquette, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 380 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Marquette, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Marquette, MI are Sandy Knoll School, Graveraet Elementary School and Marquette Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marquette, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Marquette have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Marquette, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sandy Knoll School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 N 6th St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4281
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4281
Grades: PK-5
| 315 students
Rank: #22.
Graveraet Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
611 N Front St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4302
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4302
Grades: K-5
| 287 students
Rank: #33.
Marquette Senior High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1203 W Fair Ave
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4254
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4254
Grades: 7-12
| 953 students
Rank: #44.
Cherry Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1111 Ortman Rd
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4399
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4399
Grades: K-5
| 410 students
Rank: #55.
Bothwell Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Tierney St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4262
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4262
Grades: 5-8
| 699 students
Rank: #66.
Marquettealger Administrative Unit
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
321 E Ohio St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-5102
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-5102
Grades: PK-12
| 24 students
Rank: #77.
Superior Hills Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 S Mcclellan Ave
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4295
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4295
Grades: PK-5
| 381 students
Rank: #88.
North Star Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3030 Wright St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-0156
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-0156
Grades: PK-12
| 191 students
Rank: #99.
Vandenboom Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1175 Erie Ave
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4321
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4321
Grades: 9-12
| 151 students
Rank: n/an/a
Marquette Branch Prison
Alternative School
1960 Us Highway 41 S
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-6531
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-6531
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Marquette, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
321 East Ohio St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-5101
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-5101
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
3030 Wright Street
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-0156
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-0156
Grades: 6-8
| 25 students
1175 Erie Ave
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4295
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4295
Grades: PK-K
| 11 students
1175 Erie Street
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4320
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4320
Grades: K-3
| 105 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marquette, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Marquette, MI include Sandy Knoll School, Graveraet Elementary School and Marquette Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Marquette?
10 public schools are located in Marquette.
What percentage of students in Marquette go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Marquette are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marquette?
Marquette public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Marquette are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Marquette include: Graveraet Elementary School vs. Cherry Creek Elementary School, Sandy Knoll School vs. Cherry Creek Elementary School, Superior Hills Elementary School vs. Cherry Creek Elementary School
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