For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 197 students in Powers, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Powers, MI are North Central Area Senior High School and North Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Powers, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Powers have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Powers, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Central Area Senior High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3795 Hwy Us 2 41
Powers, MI 49874
(906) 497-5226
Powers, MI 49874
(906) 497-5226
Gr: 9-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
North Central Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3795 Highway Us 2 41
Powers, MI 49874
(906) 497-5226
Powers, MI 49874
(906) 497-5226
Gr: 6-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Phoenix Alternative High School
Alternative School
W3719 Grove Lane
Powers, MI 49874
(906) 497-5282
Powers, MI 49874
(906) 497-5282
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Powers, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Powers, MI include North Central Area Senior High School and North Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Powers?
3 public schools are located in Powers.
What is the racial composition of students in Powers?
Powers public schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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