For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 602 students in 49780, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 15 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 49780, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 49780, MI is Rudyard Area Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 49780 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49780, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49780, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rudyard Area Schools
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11185 W 2nd St
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-3771
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-3771
Gr: PK-12 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
49780, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11185 W 2nd St
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-4551
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-4551
Gr: PK-6 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
11185 West 2nd St
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-3710
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-3710
Gr: 4-8 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49780, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49780, MI include Rudyard Area Schools.
How many public schools are located in 49780?
1 public schools are located in 49780.
What percentage of students in 49780 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 49780 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49780?
49780 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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