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Best West Branch Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,969 students in West Branch, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 94 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in West Branch, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).

The top ranked public schools in West Branch, MI are Rose City School, Surline Elementary School and Ogemaw Heights High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

West Branch, MI public schools have an score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in West Branch have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.

Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in West Branch, MI (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Rose City School

(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
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515 Harrington
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2250

Gr: PK-6 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%

Rank: #22.

Surline Elementary School

(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
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147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2190

Gr: PK-4 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Rank: #33.

Ogemaw Heights High School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
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960 S M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020

Gr: 9-12 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Rank: #44.

Alternative Educational Academy Of Ogemaw County

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Charter School

(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
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2479 S M 76
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-9070

Gr: 6-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Rank: #55.

Surline Middle School

Magnet School

(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
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147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2140

Gr: 5-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in West Branch, Michigan

West Branch, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Ohhs Credit Recovery Program High School (Closed 2010)

960 South M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020

Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Second Chance Academy (Closed 2009)

500 Lake Street
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020

Gr: 7-11 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in West Branch, MI?

The top ranked public schools in West Branch, MI include Rose City School, Surline Elementary School and Ogemaw Heights High School.

How many public schools are located in West Branch?

5 public schools are located in West Branch.

What percentage of students in West Branch go to public school?

95% of all K-12 students in West Branch are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).

What is the racial composition of students in West Branch?

West Branch public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

Which public schools in West Branch are often viewed compared to one another?

Popular comparisons of public schools in West Branch include: Surline Middle School vs. Rose City School, Rose City School vs. Surline Middle School, Rose City School vs. Surline Elementary School