For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,377 students in Chesaning, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 49 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Chesaning, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Chesaning, MI are Chesaning Union High School, Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education and Big Rock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chesaning, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Chesaning have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 Public Schools in Chesaning, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chesaning Union High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
850 N 4th St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2040
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2040
Gr: 9-12 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
850 N 4th St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2040
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2040
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Big Rock Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
920 E Broad St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2430
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2430
Gr: PK-3 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Chesaning Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
431 N 4th St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-7040
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-7040
Gr: 4-8 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Chesaning, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Chesaning, MI include Chesaning Union High School, Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education and Big Rock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Chesaning?
4 public schools are located in Chesaning.
What percentage of students in Chesaning go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Chesaning are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chesaning?
Chesaning 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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