For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,462 students in Montrose, MI.
The top ranked public schools in Montrose, MI are Carter Elementary School, Hillmccloy High School and Kuehnhaven Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Montrose, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Montrose have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Montrose, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carter Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 Park St
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8841
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8841
Grades: PK-4
| 386 students
Rank: #22.
Hillmccloy High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 Nanita Dr
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8821
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8821
Grades: 8-12
| 450 students
Rank: #33.
Kuehnhaven Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
303 Ray St
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8831
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8831
Grades: 4-8
| 418 students
Rank: #44.
Montrose Alternative Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
150 Saginaw St
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8840
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8840
Grades: 8-12
| 208 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Montrose, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Montrose, MI include Carter Elementary School, Hillmccloy High School and Kuehnhaven Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Montrose?
4 public schools are located in Montrose.
What is the racial composition of students in Montrose?
Montrose public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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