For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 701 students in 49854, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 139 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 49854, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49854, MI are Jack Reque Alternative High School, Manistique Middle And High School and Emerald Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49854 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49854, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49854, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jack Reque Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1185n State Highway M94
Manistique, MI 49854
(906) 252-4330
Manistique, MI 49854
(906) 252-4330
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Manistique Middle And High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 N Cedar St
Manistique, MI 49854
(906) 252-4300
Manistique, MI 49854
(906) 252-4300
Gr: 6-12 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Emerald Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
628 Oak St
Manistique, MI 49854
(906) 252-4303
Manistique, MI 49854
(906) 252-4303
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49854, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49854, MI include Jack Reque Alternative High School, Manistique Middle And High School and Emerald Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49854?
3 public schools are located in 49854.
What percentage of students in 49854 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 49854 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49854?
49854 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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