For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 931 students in 49685, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49685, MI are Westwoods Elementary School, Long Lake Elementary School and Blair Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49685 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49685, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49685, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westwoods Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1500 Fisher Rd
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7900
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Long Lake Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7600 N Long Lake Rd
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7800
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Blair Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1625 Sawyer Rd
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-5700
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
49685, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3723 Shore Road
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-6420
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-6420
Gr: K-6 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
1009 S. Oak Street
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7860
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7860
Gr: K-6 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
10781 East Cherry Bend Road
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-8660
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-8660
Gr: K-6 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
P.o. Box 32
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-6570
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-6570
Gr: PK-6 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
P.o. Box 32
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7910
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7910
Gr: PK-6 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49685, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49685, MI include Westwoods Elementary School, Long Lake Elementary School and Blair Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49685?
3 public elementary schools are located in 49685.
What is the racial composition of students in 49685?
49685 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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