For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 815 students in 49938, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 42 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 49938, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49938, MI are Gogebic Co Community Education and Luther L Wright K12 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49938 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49938, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49938, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gogebic Co Community Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
E4946 Jackson Rd
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Luther L Wright K12 School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
650 E Ayer St
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Gr: PK-12 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49938, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49938, MI include Gogebic Co Community Education and Luther L Wright K12 School.
How many public schools are located in 49938?
2 public schools are located in 49938.
What percentage of students in 49938 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 49938 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49938?
49938 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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