For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,074 students in Otsego, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 49 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Otsego, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Otsego, MI are Washington Street Elementary School, Dix Street Elementary School and Otsego High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Otsego, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Otsego have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Otsego, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Street Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
538 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7800
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Dix Street Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
503 Dix St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7703
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7703
Gr: PK-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Otsego High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
550 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7403
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7403
Gr: 9-12 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Otsego Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
540 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7500
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Otsego West Campus High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
570 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7403
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7403
Gr: 6-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Otsego, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
485 18th St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7960
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7960
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Otsego, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Otsego, MI include Washington Street Elementary School, Dix Street Elementary School and Otsego High School.
How many public schools are located in Otsego?
5 public schools are located in Otsego.
What percentage of students in Otsego go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Otsego are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Otsego?
Otsego public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Otsego are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Otsego include: Dix Street Elementary School vs. Washington Street Elementary School, Washington Street Elementary School vs. Dix Street Elementary School
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