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Best 49684 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,831 students in 49684, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49684, MI are Tcaps Montessori School, Willow Hill Elementary School and Central Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49684 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49684, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best 49684, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tcaps Montessori School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
4053 Franke Rd
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-6420
Gr: PK-8 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Willow Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1250 Hill St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-8540
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Central Grade School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
301 W Seventh St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5910
Gr: PK-6 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
West Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3950 Silver Lake Rd
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-8200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,108 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
The Greenspire School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1026 Red Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 421-5905
Gr: 6-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Silver Lake Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5858 Culver Rd
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #77.
North Edcreekside School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1100 Silver Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6375
Gr: K-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 49684 Michigan

49684, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Central Tag Middle School (Closed 2013)
301 West Seventh St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5600
Gr: 4-5 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Tba Central Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
301 West 7th
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6244
Gr: Inquire with school | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Tba Se Early Childhood (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
1101 Red Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6200
Gr: PK
Traverse Bay Area Isd (Closed 2011)
1101 Red Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6200

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49684, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49684, MI include Tcaps Montessori School, Willow Hill Elementary School and Central Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49684?
7 public elementary schools are located in 49684.
What is the racial composition of students in 49684?
49684 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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