For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 269 students in Painesdale, MI.
The top-ranked public school in Painesdale, MI is Jeffers High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Painesdale, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Painesdale have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Painesdale, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jeffers High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
43084 Goodell St
Painesdale, MI 49955
(906) 482-0580
Painesdale, MI 49955
(906) 482-0580
Gr: 7-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Painesdale, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Painesdale, MI include Jeffers High School.
How many public schools are located in Painesdale?
1 public schools are located in Painesdale.
What is the racial composition of students in Painesdale?
Painesdale public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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