For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 3,469 students in Mason, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Mason, MI are Alaiedon Elementary School, North Star School and Mason Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mason, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Mason have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Mason, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alaiedon Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1723 Okemos Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6499
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6499
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
North Star School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
611 Hagadorn Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1354
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1354
Gr: K-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Mason Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
235 Temple St
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6514
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6514
Gr: 6-8 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Heartwood School
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
625 Hagadorn Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1404
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1404
Gr: PK-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
North Aurelius Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 N Aurelius Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6506
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6506
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Mason High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1001 S Barnes St
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-9055
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-9055
Gr: 9-12 | 1,015 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #77.
Steele Street Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
531 Steele St
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6510
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6510
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Ingham Isd Asd Programs
Special Education School
1811 Pinecrest Dr
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1247
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1247
Gr: PK-8 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Ingham Isd Ei Programs
Special Education School
1264 Adams St
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1354
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1354
Gr: K-5 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Rank: n/an/a
400 S Cedar St
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6528
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6528
Gr: PK-K | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
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Special Education School
735 E Shaw Ln
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1210
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1210
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Sail Lansing
Special Education School
200 N Foster Ave
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1210
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1210
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
Sail Skills For Adult Independent Living
Special Education School
611 Hagadorn Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1210
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1210
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
Sail Waverly
Special Education School
160 Snow Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1210
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1210
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Wilson Talent Center
Vocational School
611 Hagadorn Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1337
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1337
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mason, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Mason, MI include Alaiedon Elementary School, North Star School and Mason Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Mason?
15 public schools are located in Mason.
What is the racial composition of students in Mason?
Mason public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Mason are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mason include: North Aurelius Elementary School vs. Alaiedon Elementary School, North Aurelius Elementary School vs. Steele Street Elementary School, Steele Street Elementary School vs. Alaiedon Elementary School
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