For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,309 students in 49646, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49646, MI are Kalkaska Elementary School, Kalkaska High School and Crawford School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49646 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49646, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49646, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kalkaska Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
309 N Birch St
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-8629
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-8629
Gr: PK-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Kalkaska High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
109 N Birch St
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9167
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9167
Gr: 9-12 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Crawford School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5521 M 72 E
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-2934
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-2934
Gr: K-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #44.
Kalkaska Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 W Kalkaska Rd
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-4040
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-4040
Gr: 6-8 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49646, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49646, MI include Kalkaska Elementary School, Kalkaska High School and Crawford School.
How many public schools are located in 49646?
4 public schools are located in 49646.
What is the racial composition of students in 49646?
49646 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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