For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 859 students in Vassar, MI (there are , serving 180 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Vassar, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Vassar, MI are Clarence Fischer Center, Central School and Vassar Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vassar, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Vassar have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 Public Schools in Vassar, MI (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarence Fischer Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 Enterprise Dr
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8535
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8535
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Central School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
425 Division St
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8566
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8566
Gr: K-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Vassar Senior High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
220 Athletic St
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8534
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8534
Gr: 6-12 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Vassar, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
524 Athletic St
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-7722
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-7722
Gr: PK-K | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
220 Athletic St
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8533
Vassar, MI 48768
(989) 823-8533
Gr: 6-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Vassar, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Vassar, MI include Clarence Fischer Center, Central School and Vassar Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Vassar?
3 public schools are located in Vassar.
What percentage of students in Vassar go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Vassar are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Vassar?
Vassar 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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