For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 333 students in 49696, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 345 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in 49696, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 49696, MI is Cherry Knoll Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 49696 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49696, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49696, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherry Knoll Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 3 Mile Rd N
Traverse City, MI 49696
(231) 933-8940
Traverse City, MI 49696
(231) 933-8940
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
49696, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montessori At Courtade (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
1111 Rasho Rd
Traverse City, MI 49696
(231) 933-5800
Traverse City, MI 49696
(231) 933-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
1101 Red Drive
Traverse City, MI 49696
(231) 922-7863
Traverse City, MI 49696
(231) 922-7863
Gr: Inquire with school | 20 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49696, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49696, MI include Cherry Knoll Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49696?
1 public schools are located in 49696.
What percentage of students in 49696 go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in 49696 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49696?
49696 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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