For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 939 students in 49887, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49887, MI are Stephenson Area Public School and Uplift Michigan Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49887 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49887, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49887, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stephenson Area Public School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
526 Division St
Stephenson, MI 49887
(906) 753-2222
Stephenson, MI 49887
(906) 753-2222
Gr: K-12 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Uplift Michigan Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
W526 Division St
Stephenson, MI 49887
(313) 335-3218
Stephenson, MI 49887
(313) 335-3218
Gr: K-12 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
49887, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Better Alternative Elementary School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
213 West Mill St
Stephenson, MI 49887
(906) 753-2222
Stephenson, MI 49887
(906) 753-2222
Gr: 9-12
526 Division St
Stephenson, MI 49887
(906) 753-2222
Stephenson, MI 49887
(906) 753-2222
Gr: 6-8 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49887, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49887, MI include Stephenson Area Public School and Uplift Michigan Academy.
How many public schools are located in 49887?
2 public schools are located in 49887.
What is the racial composition of students in 49887?
49887 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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