For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,497 students in Petoskey, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 354 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Petoskey, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Petoskey, MI are Lincoln School, Sheridan School and Petoskey Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Petoskey, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Petoskey have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Petoskey, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
616 Connable Ave
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2120
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2120
Gr: K-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Sheridan School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1415 Howard St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2140
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2140
Gr: K-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Petoskey Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
801 Northmen Dr
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2150
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2150
Gr: 6-8 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
410 State St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2111
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2111
Gr: K-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Petoskey High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 Hill St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2160
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2160
Gr: 9-12 | 862 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
Ottawa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
871 Kalamazoo Ave
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2130
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2130
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #77.
Concord Academy Petoskey
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2468 Atkins Rd
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 439-6800
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 439-6800
Gr: K-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Petoskey, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Petoskey, MI include Lincoln School, Sheridan School and Petoskey Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Petoskey?
7 public schools are located in Petoskey.
What percentage of students in Petoskey go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Petoskey are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Petoskey?
Petoskey public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Petoskey are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Petoskey include: Lincoln School vs. Sheridan School, Sheridan School vs. Lincoln School, Ottawa Elementary School vs. Sheridan School
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