For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 228 students in Ellsworth, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 31 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Ellsworth, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in Ellsworth, MI is Ellsworth Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ellsworth, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Ellsworth have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Ellsworth, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ellsworth Community School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9467 Park St
Ellsworth, MI 49729
(231) 588-2544
Ellsworth, MI 49729
(231) 588-2544
Gr: PK-12 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ellsworth, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Ellsworth, MI include Ellsworth Community School.
How many public schools are located in Ellsworth?
1 public schools are located in Ellsworth.
What percentage of students in Ellsworth go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Ellsworth are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ellsworth?
Ellsworth public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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