For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,316 students in 49646, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49646, MI are Kalkaska Elementary School, Kalkaska High School and Kalkaska Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49646 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49646, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49646, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kalkaska Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
309 N Birch St
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-8629
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-8629
Grades: PK-5
| 501 students
Rank: #22.
Kalkaska High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
109 N Birch St
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9167
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9167
Grades: 9-12
| 466 students
Rank: #33.
Kalkaska Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 W Kalkaska Rd
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-4040
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-4040
Grades: 6-8
| 309 students
Rank: #44.
Crawford School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5521 M 72 E
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-2934
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-2934
Grades: K-8
| 40 students
49646, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
315 S Cherry St
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9146
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-9146
Grades: 4-5
| 176 students
Kalkaska Alternative Program Elementary School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
109 N Birch Street
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-5140
Kalkaska, MI 49646
(231) 258-5140
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49646, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49646, MI include Kalkaska Elementary School, Kalkaska High School and Kalkaska Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49646?
4 public schools are located in 49646.
What is the racial composition of students in 49646?
49646 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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