For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,282 students in 49454, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49454, MI are Mason County Central Middle School, Mason County Central Upper Elementary School and Gateway To Success Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49454 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49454, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49454, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mason County Central Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
310 W Beryl St
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 757-3724
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 757-3724
Gr: 6-8 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Mason County Central Upper Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
505 W Maple Ave
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 757-5720
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 757-5720
Gr: 3-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Gateway To Success Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
526 N Scottville Rd
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 845-0922
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 845-0922
Gr: 6-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Mason County Central High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 W Broadway Ave
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 757-4748
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 757-4748
Gr: 9-12 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
201 W Maple Ave
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 757-4701
Scottville, MI 49454
(231) 757-4701
Gr: K-2 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49454, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49454, MI include Mason County Central Middle School, Mason County Central Upper Elementary School and Gateway To Success Academy.
How many public schools are located in 49454?
5 public schools are located in 49454.
What is the racial composition of students in 49454?
49454 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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