Best 49011 Michigan Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 256 students in 49011, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 61 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 49011, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in 49011, MI is Athens Juniorsenor High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 49011 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49011, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 49011, MI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Athens Juniorsenor High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
300 E Holcomb St
Athens, MI 49011
(269) 729-5414
Gr: 6-12 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 49011, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49011, MI include Athens Juniorsenor High School.
How many public schools are located in 49011?
1 public schools are located in 49011.
What percentage of students in 49011 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 49011 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49011?
49011 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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