For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 421 students in Leland, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 60 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Leland, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in Leland, MI is Leland Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leland, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Leland have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Leland, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leland Public School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 N Grand Ave
Leland, MI 49654
(231) 256-9857
Leland, MI 49654
(231) 256-9857
Gr: PK-12 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Leland, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Leland, MI include Leland Public School.
How many public schools are located in Leland?
1 public schools are located in Leland.
What percentage of students in Leland go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Leland are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Leland?
Leland public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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