For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,696 students in Petoskey, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Petoskey, 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.
Petoskey, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Petoskey have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Petoskey, MI (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
616 Connable Ave
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2120
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2120
Gr: K-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Sheridan School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1415 Howard St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2140
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2140
Gr: K-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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
Gr: 6-8 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
410 State St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2110
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2110
Gr: K-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Ottawa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
871 Kalamazoo Ave
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2130
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2130
Gr: PK-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #77.
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
Gr: K-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Petoskey, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2230 E. Mitchell Rd.
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-1600
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-1600
Gr: K-6 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Petoskey, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Petoskey, MI include Lincoln School, Sheridan School and Petoskey Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Petoskey?
7 public elementary schools are located in Petoskey.
What is the racial composition of students in Petoskey?
Petoskey public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Petoskey are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Petoskey include: Concord Academy Petoskey vs. Sheridan School, Petoskey Montessori Elementary School vs. Sheridan School, Lincoln School vs. Sheridan School
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