For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,076 students in 49657, MI (there are , serving 247 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 49657, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49657, MI are Mcbain High School, Mcbain Middle School and Mcbain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49657 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49657, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49657, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcbain High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
107 E Maple St
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2412
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2412
Grades: 9-12
| 309 students
Rank: #22.
Mcbain Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
107 E Maple St
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-8041
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-8041
Grades: 6-8
| 267 students
Rank: #33.
Mcbain Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
107 E Maple St
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2021
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2021
Grades: PK-5
| 500 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49657, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49657, MI include Mcbain High School, Mcbain Middle School and Mcbain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49657?
3 public schools are located in 49657.
What percentage of students in 49657 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 49657 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49657?
49657 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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