For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,233 students in Escanaba, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 290 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Escanaba, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Escanaba, MI are Learning Center, Webster Kindergarten Center and Escanaba Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Escanaba, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Escanaba have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Escanaba, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5219 18th Rd
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-9476
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-9476
Gr: PK-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Webster Kindergarten Center
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1209 N 19th St
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-6118
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-6118
Gr: K | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Escanaba Upper Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 Ludington St
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-7462
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-7462
Gr: 3-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Bay Pines Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2425 N 30th St
Escanaba, MI 49829
(517) 335-3541
Escanaba, MI 49829
(517) 335-3541
Gr: 6-12 | 29 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
Lemmer Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 S 20th St
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-5333
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-5333
Gr: 1-2 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Escanaba Juniorsenior High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Lincoln Rd
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-6521
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-6521
Gr: 6-12 | 1,089 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #77.
Escanaba Student Success Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2525 3rd Ave S
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 233-4985
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 233-4985
Gr: 8-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 104:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
Deltaschoolcraft Area Center
Vocational School
2525 3rd Ave S
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-9300
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-9300
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Escanaba, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Escanaba, MI include Learning Center, Webster Kindergarten Center and Escanaba Upper Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Escanaba?
8 public schools are located in Escanaba.
What percentage of students in Escanaba go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Escanaba are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Escanaba?
Escanaba public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Escanaba are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Escanaba include: Escanaba Upper Elementary School vs. Lemmer Elementary School, Lemmer Elementary School vs. Escanaba Upper Elementary School
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