For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 357 students in 49405, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49405, MI are Mason County Eastern Junior Highhigh School and Mason County Eastern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49405 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49405, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49405, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mason County Eastern Junior Highhigh School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
18 S Main St
Custer, MI 49405
(231) 757-3733
Custer, MI 49405
(231) 757-3733
Gr: 7-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Mason County Eastern Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18 S Main St
Custer, MI 49405
(231) 757-3733
Custer, MI 49405
(231) 757-3733
Gr: PK-6 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49405, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49405, MI include Mason County Eastern Junior Highhigh School and Mason County Eastern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49405?
2 public schools are located in 49405.
What is the racial composition of students in 49405?
49405 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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