For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 358 students in 49765, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49765, MI are Onaway Middle School and Onaway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49765 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49765, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49765, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Onaway Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4549 M 33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4850
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4850
Grades: 6-8
| 115 students
Rank: #22.
Onaway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4549 M 33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4900
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4900
Grades: K-5
| 243 students
49765, Michigan 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4549 S. M-33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-6708
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-6708
Grades: 9-12
| 60 students
4549 M 33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4905
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4905
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Russell House High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3598 North Veterans Dr
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-5201
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-5201
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49765, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49765, MI include Onaway Middle School and Onaway Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49765?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49765.
What is the racial composition of students in 49765?
49765 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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