For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 602 students in 49780, MI (there are , serving 15 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 49780, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in 49780, MI is Rudyard Area Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 49780 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49780, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49780, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rudyard Area Schools
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11185 W 2nd St
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-3771
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-3771
Grades: PK-12
| 602 students
49780, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
11185 W 2nd St
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-4551
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-4551
Grades: PK-6
| 395 students
11185 West 2nd St
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-3710
Rudyard, MI 49780
(906) 478-3710
Grades: 4-8
| 338 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49780, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49780, MI include Rudyard Area Schools.
How many public schools are located in 49780?
1 public schools are located in 49780.
What percentage of students in 49780 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 49780 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49780?
49780 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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