For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,040 students in Stanton, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Stanton, MI are Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School and Central Montcalm Middle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stanton, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Stanton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Stanton, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1488 S Sheridan Rd
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2300
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2300
Gr: 3-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Central Montcalm Middle High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1480 S Sheridan Rd
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2100
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2100
Gr: 6-12 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Montcalm Area Isd Transition Center
Special Education School
618 W Main St
Stanton, MI 48888
(616) 225-6158
Stanton, MI 48888
(616) 225-6158
Gr: Inquire with school | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Stanton, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Stanton, MI include Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School and Central Montcalm Middle High School.
How many public schools are located in Stanton?
3 public schools are located in Stanton.
What is the racial composition of students in Stanton?
Stanton public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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