For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,081 students in 49657, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 278 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 49657, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49657, MI are Mcbain Middle School, Mcbain Elementary School and Mcbain High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49657 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49657, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49657, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcbain Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
107 E Maple St
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-8041
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-8041
Gr: 6-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Mcbain Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
107 E Maple St
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2021
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2021
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Mcbain High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
107 E Maple St
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2412
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2412
Gr: 9-12 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49657, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49657, MI include Mcbain Middle School, Mcbain Elementary School and Mcbain High School.
How many public schools are located in 49657?
3 public schools are located in 49657.
What percentage of students in 49657 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 49657 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49657?
49657 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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