For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 679 students in Manistique, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Manistique, MI are 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.
Manistique, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Manistique have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Manistique, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 elementary schools in Manistique, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Manistique, MI include Manistique Middle And High School and Emerald Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Manistique?
2 public elementary schools are located in Manistique.
What is the racial composition of students in Manistique?
Manistique public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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