For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,058 students in 49707, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49707, MI are Pied Piper School, Besser Elementary School and Ella M White Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49707 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49707, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49707, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pied Piper School
Special Education School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
444 Wilson St
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 356-1414
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 356-1414
Gr: PK-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Besser Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
375 Wilson St
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5100
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5100
Gr: K-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Ella M White Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Ripley Blvd
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5950
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5950
Gr: K-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Hinks Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7667 Us Highway 23 N
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5560
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5560
Gr: K-5 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #55.
Thunder Bay Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3500 S Third Ave
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5400
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
309 W Lake St
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5900
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5900
Gr: K-5 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
49707, Michigan 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
211 North First Ave
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 354-3101
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 354-3101
Gr: PK
555 S Fifth St
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-2500
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Esd Sp Ed Programs In Lea Facilities Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
2118 Us Hwy 23 South
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 354-3101
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 354-3101
Gr: PK | 7 students
7065 Dietz Road
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5760
Alpena, MI 49707
(989) 358-5760
Gr: PK-6 | 134 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49707, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49707, MI include Pied Piper School, Besser Elementary School and Ella M White Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49707?
6 public elementary schools are located in 49707.
What is the racial composition of students in 49707?
49707 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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