For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,716 students in Ishpeming, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Ishpeming, MI are Ishpemingnegauneenice Comm Educational Division, Ishpeming High School and Aspen Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ishpeming, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Ishpeming have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Ishpeming, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ishpemingnegauneenice Comm Educational Division
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
325 S Pine St
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 475-4173
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 475-4173
Gr: 7-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Ishpeming High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
319 E Division St
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-1066
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-1066
Gr: 9-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Aspen Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 Aspen Ridge School Rd
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-3175
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-3175
Gr: PK-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #44.
Westwood High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 S Westwood Dr
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-1023
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-1023
Gr: 8-12 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Ishpeming Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
324 E Pearl St
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-1066
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-1066
Gr: 5-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
Birchview School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
663 Poplar St
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-6341
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-6341
Gr: PK-4 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ishpeming, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Ishpeming, MI include Ishpemingnegauneenice Comm Educational Division, Ishpeming High School and Aspen Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Ishpeming?
6 public schools are located in Ishpeming.
What is the racial composition of students in Ishpeming?
Ishpeming public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Ishpeming are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Ishpeming include: Westwood High School vs. Ishpeming High School, Birchview School vs. Aspen Ridge Elementary School, Ishpeming High School vs. Westwood High School
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