For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 832 students in Saranac, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Saranac, MI are Saranac Elementary School and Saranac Jrsr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saranac, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Saranac have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Saranac, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saranac Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 Pleasant St
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1200
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1200
Gr: PK-6 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Saranac Jrsr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 Pleasant St
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Gr: 7-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Saranac, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
234 Vosper St
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1300
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1300
Gr: 6-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Saranac Community Education (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
150 S. Pleasant Street
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Gr: Inquire with school | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Saranac, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Saranac, MI include Saranac Elementary School and Saranac Jrsr High School.
How many public schools are located in Saranac?
2 public schools are located in Saranac.
What is the racial composition of students in Saranac?
Saranac public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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