For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 566 students in 49870, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 72 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 49870, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49870, MI are Norway Elementary School, Norway High School and Vulcan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49870 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49870, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49870, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
300 Section St
Norway, MI 49870
(906) 563-9543
Norway, MI 49870
(906) 563-9543
Grades: PK-5
| 254 students
Rank: #22.
Norway High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Section St
Norway, MI 49870
(906) 563-9542
Norway, MI 49870
(906) 563-9542
Grades: 9-12
| 173 students
Rank: #33.
Vulcan Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Section St
Norway, MI 49870
(906) 563-9563
Norway, MI 49870
(906) 563-9563
Grades: 6-8
| 139 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49870, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49870, MI include Norway Elementary School, Norway High School and Vulcan Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49870?
3 public schools are located in 49870.
What percentage of students in 49870 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 49870 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49870?
49870 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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