Best Interlochen Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 180 students in Interlochen, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 602 private students). 28% of all K-12 students in Interlochen, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in Interlochen, MI is Lake Ann Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Interlochen, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Interlochen have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Interlochen, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Ann Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
19375 Bronson Lake Rd
Interlochen, MI 49643
(231) 275-7730
Gr: PK-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Interlochen, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Interlochen, MI include Lake Ann Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Interlochen?
1 public schools are located in Interlochen.
What percentage of students in Interlochen go to public school?
28% of all K-12 students in Interlochen are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Interlochen?
Interlochen public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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