For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 447 students in Saint Ignace, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Saint Ignace, MI are St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School, Lasalle High School and Gros Cap School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint Ignace, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Saint Ignace have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Saint Ignace, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
429 Portage St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Gr: PK-8 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Lasalle High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
443 Portage St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8800
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8800
Gr: 9-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Gros Cap School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
W1828 Gros Cap Road
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-7970
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-7970
Gr: PK-8 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
St. Ignace Juvenile Detention Facility
Alternative School
1130 N State St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8800
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8800
Gr: 4-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Saint Ignace, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Saint Ignace, MI include St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School, Lasalle High School and Gros Cap School.
How many public schools are located in Saint Ignace?
4 public schools are located in Saint Ignace.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint Ignace?
Saint Ignace public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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