For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,865 students in 49601, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49601, MI are Mackinaw Trail Middle School, Franklin Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 49601 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49601, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49601, MI ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mackinaw Trail Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8401 S Mackinaw Trl
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5600
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5600
Grades: 6-8
| 710 students
Rank: #22.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 Lester St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5200
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5200
Grades: PK-5
| 584 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
125 Ayer St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5400
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5400
Grades: K-5
| 489 students
Rank: #44.
Wexfordmissaukee Isd Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9907 E 13th St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-2279
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-2279
Grades: PK-12
| 82 students
49601, Michigan ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
500 Chestnut St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5700
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5700
Grades: 8
| 266 students
221 Granite St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5900
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5900
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1700 Chestnut St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5300
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5300
Grades: PK-4
| n/a students
601 East North St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5500
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5500
Grades: K-5
| 158 students
9901 E 13th St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-2262
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-2262
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
9907 East 13th St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-2260
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-2260
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49601, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49601, MI include Mackinaw Trail Middle School, Franklin Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49601?
4 public elementary schools are located in 49601.
What is the racial composition of students in 49601?
49601 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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