For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 712 students in 49749, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49749, MI are Cop Esd Programs, Inland Lakes Elementary School and Inland Lakes Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49749 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49749, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49749, MI Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cop Esd Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6065 Learning Ln
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-9394
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-9394
Gr: PK-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Inland Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4363 S Straits Hwy
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Gr: K-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Inland Lakes Secondary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4363 S Straits Hwy
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Gr: 6-12 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
49749, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Inland Lakes Alternative Education High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4363 South Straits Hwy
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
4363 South Straits Hwy
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Gr: 5-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49749, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49749, MI include Cop Esd Programs, Inland Lakes Elementary School and Inland Lakes Secondary School.
How many public schools are located in 49749?
3 public schools are located in 49749.
What is the racial composition of students in 49749?
49749 public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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