For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 468 students in 49868, MI.
The top-ranked public school in 49868, MI is Newberry Area School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49868 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49868, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49868, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newberry Area School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Newberry Ave
Newberry, MI 49868
(906) 293-3201
Newberry, MI 49868
(906) 293-3201
Gr: PK-12 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Newberry Correctional Facility
Alternative School
3001 Newberry Ave
Newberry, MI 49868
(906) 293-6200
Newberry, MI 49868
(906) 293-6200
Gr: 9-12
49868, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
700 Newberry Ave
Newberry, MI 49868
(906) 293-5153
Newberry, MI 49868
(906) 293-5153
Gr: PK-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
700 Newberry Ave
Newberry, MI 49868
(906) 293-5197
Newberry, MI 49868
(906) 293-5197
Gr: 6-8 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49868, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49868, MI include Newberry Area School.
How many public schools are located in 49868?
2 public schools are located in 49868.
What is the racial composition of students in 49868?
49868 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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