For the 2024 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 4,699 students in 49686, MI (there are 5 private schools, serving 375 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 49686, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 49686, MI are North Ednew Horizons, Central High School and Courtade Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49686 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49686, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 49686, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Ednew Horizons
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
933 Rose St
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5685
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5685
Grades: PK-12
| 70 students
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1150 Milliken Dr
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-6500
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-6500
Grades: 8-12
| 1,449 students
Rank: #33.
Courtade Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1111 Rasho Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5800
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 244 students
Rank: #44.
Old Mission Peninsula School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2699 Island View Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 225-0225
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 225-0225
Grades: K-6
| 170 students
Rank: #55.
Eastern Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Eastern Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5600
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 450 students
Rank: #66.
Grand Traverse Academy
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1245 Hammond Rd E
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 932-6025
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 932-6025
Grades: PK-12
| 792 students
Rank: #77.
Woodland School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7224 Supply Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 947-7474
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 947-7474
Grades: K-8
| 213 students
Rank: #88.
East Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1776 3 Mile Rd N
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-7300
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-7300
Grades: 6-8
| 806 students
Rank: #99.
Traverse City High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3962 3 Mile Rd N
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5860
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5860
Grades: 9-12
| 156 students
Rank: #1010.
Life Skills Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
880 Parsons Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6357
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6357
Grades: 9-12
| 80 students
Rank: #1111.
North Edbridgeway
Special Education School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 South Garfield Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5683
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5683
Grades: PK-12
| 66 students
Rank: #1212.
Traverse Heights Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
933 Rose St
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-3500
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 203 students
3113 J Maddy Pkwy
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-1780
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-1780
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Tba Career Tech Center
Vocational School
880 Parsons Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6260
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6260
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
49686, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cherry Knoll Children's Center (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
91800 N. Three Mile Road
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-625
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-625
Grades: Inquire with school
| 88 students
2699 Island View Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-7420
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-7420
Grades: PK-5
| 152 students
Traverse Bay Area Early College High School (Closed 2015)
Vocational School
880 Parsons Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6262
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6262
Grades: 9-12
| 43 students
Traverse City College Preparatory Academy (Closed 2014)
Charter School
1402 Carlisle Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 929-4539
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 929-4539
Grades: 9-12
| 58 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49686, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49686, MI include North Ednew Horizons, Central High School and Courtade Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49686, MI?
14 public schools are located in 49686, MI.
What percentage of students in 49686, MI go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 49686, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49686, MI?
49686, MI public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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