For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 787 students in Mc Bain, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mc Bain, MI are Mcbain Middle School and Mcbain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mc Bain, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mc Bain have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Mc Bain, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcbain Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
107 E Maple St
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-8041
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-8041
Gr: 6-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Mcbain Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
107 E Maple St
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2021
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2021
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Mc Bain, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mc Bain, MI include Mcbain Middle School and Mcbain Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mc Bain?
2 public elementary schools are located in Mc Bain.
What is the racial composition of students in Mc Bain?
Mc Bain public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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