For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 324 students in 49908, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 49908, MI is Baraga School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 49908 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49908, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49908, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baraga School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
210 Lyons St
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6661
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6661
Gr: K-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49908, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49908, MI include Baraga School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49908?
1 public elementary schools are located in 49908.
What is the racial composition of students in 49908?
49908 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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