For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 982 students in 49629, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49629, MI are Elk Rapids High School, Lakeland Elementary School and Cherryland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49629 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49629, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49629, MI 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elk Rapids High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
308 Meguzee Pt
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Gr: 9-12 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Lakeland Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
616 Buckley St
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8289
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8289
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Cherryland Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
707 E 3rd St
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8991
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8991
Gr: 6-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Sunrise Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 Meguzee Pt
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8108
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49629, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49629, MI include Elk Rapids High School, Lakeland Elementary School and Cherryland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49629?
4 public schools are located in 49629.
What is the racial composition of students in 49629?
49629 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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