For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 766 students in 49938, MI.
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), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49938, MI Public Schools (2025-26)
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 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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 | 729 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
49938, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
650 East Ayer Street
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Gr: 3-6 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
650 E Ayer St
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-0932
Gr: PK-2 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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 is the racial composition of students in 49938?
49938 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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