For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 980 students in Erie, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 97 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Erie, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Erie, MI are Mason Middle School, Mason Central School and Mason Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Erie, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Erie have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Erie, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mason Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2260 Lakeside Rd
Erie, MI 48133
(734) 848-9393
Erie, MI 48133
(734) 848-9393
Gr: 6-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Mason Central School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2410 Lakeside Dr
Erie, MI 48133
(734) 848-9402
Erie, MI 48133
(734) 848-9402
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Mason Virtual Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2400 Mason Eagle Dr
Erie, MI 48133
(734) 848-9353
Erie, MI 48133
(734) 848-9353
Gr: 6-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
Mason Senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2400 Mason Eagle Dr
Erie, MI 48133
(734) 848-9353
Erie, MI 48133
(734) 848-9353
Gr: 9-12 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Erie, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Erie, MI include Mason Middle School, Mason Central School and Mason Virtual Academy.
How many public schools are located in Erie?
4 public schools are located in Erie.
What percentage of students in Erie go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Erie are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Erie?
Erie public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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