For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,387 students in Chesaning, MI (there are , serving 42 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Chesaning, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Chesaning, MI are Chesaning Union High School, Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education and Big Rock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chesaning, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Chesaning have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Chesaning, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chesaning Union High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
850 N 4th St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2040
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2040
Grades: 9-12
| 394 students
Rank: #22.
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
850 N 4th St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2040
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2040
Grades: 9-12
| 30 students
Rank: #33.
Big Rock Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
920 E Broad St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2430
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2430
Grades: PK-3
| 394 students
Rank: #44.
Chesaning Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
431 N 4th St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-7040
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-7040
Grades: 4-8
| 569 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Chesaning, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Chesaning, MI include Chesaning Union High School, Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education and Big Rock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Chesaning?
4 public schools are located in Chesaning.
What percentage of students in Chesaning go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Chesaning are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chesaning?
Chesaning public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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