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Best West Branch Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,969 students in West Branch, MI (there are , serving 94 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in West Branch, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in West Branch, MI are Rose City School, Surline Elementary School and Ogemaw Heights High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Branch, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in West Branch have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in West Branch, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rose City School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
515 Harrington
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2250
Gr: PK-6 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Surline Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2190
Gr: PK-4 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Ogemaw Heights High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
960 S M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Gr: 9-12 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Alternative Educational Academy Of Ogemaw County
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2479 S M 76
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-9070
Gr: 6-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #55.
Surline Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2140
Gr: 5-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in West Branch, Michigan

West Branch, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Ohhs Credit Recovery Program High School (Closed 2010)
960 South M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Second Chance Academy (Closed 2009)
500 Lake Street
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Gr: 7-11 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in West Branch, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in West Branch, MI include Rose City School, Surline Elementary School and Ogemaw Heights High School.
How many public schools are located in West Branch?
5 public schools are located in West Branch.
What percentage of students in West Branch go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in West Branch are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Branch?
West Branch public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in West Branch are often viewed compared to one another?

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