For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,025 students in West Branch, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 82 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in West Branch, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in West Branch, MI are Rose City School, Ogemaw Heights High School and Surline Elementary 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 average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in West Branch, MI (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rose City School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
515 Harrington
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2250
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2250
Grades: PK-6
| 111 students
Rank: #22.
Ogemaw Heights High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
960 South M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Grades: 9-12
| 576 students
Rank: #33.
Surline Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2190
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2190
Grades: PK-4
| 639 students
Rank: #44.
Surline Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2140
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2140
Grades: 5-8
| 570 students
Rank: #55.
Alternative Educational Of Ogemaw County
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2389 S M 76
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 362-3006
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 362-3006
Grades: 6-12
| 129 students
West Branch, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
960 South M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
500 Lake Street
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Grades: 7-11
| 5 students
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, Ogemaw Heights High School and Surline Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in West Branch, MI?
5 public schools are located in West Branch, MI.
What percentage of students in West Branch, MI go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in West Branch, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Branch, MI?
West Branch, MI public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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