For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 563 students in Petersburg, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Petersburg, MI are Summerfield Juniorsenior High School and Summerfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Petersburg, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Petersburg have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 Petersburg, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summerfield Juniorsenior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17555 Ida West Rd
Petersburg, MI 49270
(734) 279-1035
Petersburg, MI 49270
(734) 279-1035
Gr: 7-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Summerfield Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
232 E Elm St
Petersburg, MI 49270
(734) 279-1013
Petersburg, MI 49270
(734) 279-1013
Gr: PK-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Petersburg, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Petersburg, MI include Summerfield Juniorsenior High School and Summerfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Petersburg?
2 public schools are located in Petersburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Petersburg?
Petersburg 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).
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