For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 328 students in 49781, MI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 49781, MI are St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School and Gros Cap School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49781 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49781, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49781, MI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
429 Portage St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Grades: PK-8
| 236 students
Rank: #22.
Gros Cap School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
W1828 Gros Cap Road
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-7970
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-7970
Grades: PK-8
| 87 students
Rank: n/an/a
St. Ignace Juvenile Detention Facility
Alternative School
1130 N State St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8800
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8800
Grades: 4-12
| 5 students
49781, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
429 Portage St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Grades: PK-4
| 202 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 49781, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 49781, MI include St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School and Gros Cap School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49781?
3 public middle schools are located in 49781.
What is the racial composition of students in 49781?
49781 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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