For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 70 students in Rapid City, MI.
The top-ranked public school in Rapid City, MI is Rapid City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rapid City, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Rapid City have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Rapid City, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rapid City Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5258 River Rd
Rapid City, MI 49676
(231) 331-6121
Rapid City, MI 49676
(231) 331-6121
Gr: PK-5 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Rapid City, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Rapid City, MI include Rapid City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rapid City?
1 public schools are located in Rapid City.
What is the racial composition of students in Rapid City?
Rapid City public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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