For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 810 students in Baraga County, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in Baraga County, MI are Lanse Area School and Baraga School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baraga County, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Baraga County have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Baraga County, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lanse Area School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Baraga County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lanse Area School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 N 4th St
Lanse, MI 49946
(906) 524-6000
Lanse, MI 49946
(906) 524-6000
Grades: K-12
| 485 students
Rank: #22.
Baraga School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
210 Lyons St
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6661
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6661
Grades: K-12
| 325 students
Rank: n/an/a
Baraga Maximum Correctional Facility
Alternative School
13924 Wadaga Rd
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-7070
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-7070
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Baraga County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
201 North 4th St
Lanse, MI 49946
(906) 524-5390
Lanse, MI 49946
(906) 524-5390
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
15211 Pelkie Rd
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6664
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6664
Grades: K-2
| 74 students
210 Lyons Street
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6663
Baraga, MI 49908
(906) 353-6663
Grades: 3-5
| 103 students
201 North 4th St
Lanse, MI 49946
(906) 524-6000
Lanse, MI 49946
(906) 524-6000
Grades: K-5
| 247 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Baraga County, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in Baraga County, MI include Lanse Area School and Baraga School.
How many public high schools are located in Baraga County?
3 public high schools are located in Baraga County.
What is the racial composition of students in Baraga County?
Baraga County public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Baraga County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Baraga County include: Lanse Area School vs. Baraga School, Baraga School vs. Lanse Area School
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