For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,997 students in Owosso, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 299 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Owosso, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Owosso, MI are Shiawassee Resd Student Learning Center West, Central School and Emerson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Owosso, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Owosso have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Owosso, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shiawassee Resd Student Learning Center West
Special Education School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2261 S M 52
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 743-3471
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 743-3471
Gr: PK-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Central School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 W Oliver St
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 723-2790
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 723-2790
Gr: K-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Emerson School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
515 E Oliver St
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 725-7361
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 725-7361
Gr: K-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Owosso High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
765 E North St
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 723-8231
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 723-8231
Gr: 9-12 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
645 Alger Ave
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 725-2839
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 725-2839
Gr: 9-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
Bryant School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
925 Hampton St
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 723-4355
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 723-4355
Gr: K-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #77.
Owosso Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
765 E North St
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 723-3460
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 723-3460
Gr: 6-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Owosso, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
120 Michigan Avenue
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 729-6905
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 729-6905
Gr: PK | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
201 N. Brooks Street
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 723-3918
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 723-3918
Gr: PK-K | 150 students Minority enrollment: 3%
645 Alger Ave
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 725-5821
Owosso, MI 48867
(989) 725-5821
Gr: K-3 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Owosso, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Owosso, MI include Shiawassee Resd Student Learning Center West, Central School and Emerson School.
How many public schools are located in Owosso?
7 public schools are located in Owosso.
What percentage of students in Owosso go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Owosso are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Owosso?
Owosso public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Owosso are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Owosso include: Emerson School vs. Central School, Central School vs. Emerson School, Central School vs. Bryant School
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