For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,557 students in 49770, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 398 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 49770, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49770, MI are Lincoln School, Sheridan School and Petoskey Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49770 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49770, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49770, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lincoln School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
616 Connable Ave
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2120
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2120
Grades: K-5
| 225 students
Rank: #22.
Sheridan School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1415 Howard St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2140
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2140
Grades: K-5
| 259 students
Rank: #33.
Petoskey Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
801 Northmen Dr
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2150
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2150
Grades: 6-8
| 571 students
Rank: #44.
Ottawa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
871 Kalamazoo Ave
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2130
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2130
Grades: PK-5
| 242 students
Rank: #55.
Petoskey High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 Hill St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2160
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2160
Grades: 9-12
| 861 students
Rank: #66.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
410 State St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2110
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2110
Grades: K-5
| 235 students
Rank: #77.
Petoskey Montessori Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1560 E Mitchell Rd
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2190
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2190
Grades: PK-5
| 20 students
Rank: #88.
Concord Academy Petoskey
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2468 Atkins Rd
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 439-6800
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 439-6800
Grades: K-12
| 144 students
49770, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2230 E. Mitchell Rd.
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-1600
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-1600
Grades: K-6
| 128 students
Taylor School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
1515 Cemetery Rd
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 439-6937
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 439-6937
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49770, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49770, MI include Lincoln School, Sheridan School and Petoskey Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49770?
8 public schools are located in 49770.
What percentage of students in 49770 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 49770 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49770?
49770 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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