For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,478 students in 49931, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49931, MI are Houghton Central High School, Houghton Elementary School and Houghton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 49931 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49931, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49931, MI ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Houghton Central High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1603 Gundlach Rd
Houghton, MI 49931
(906) 482-0450
Houghton, MI 49931
(906) 482-0450
Gr: 9-12 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Houghton Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
203 W Jacker Ave
Houghton, MI 49931
(906) 482-0456
Houghton, MI 49931
(906) 482-0456
Gr: K-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Houghton Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1603 Gundlach Rd
Houghton, MI 49931
(906) 482-4871
Houghton, MI 49931
(906) 482-4871
Gr: 6-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49931, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49931, MI include Houghton Central High School, Houghton Elementary School and Houghton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49931?
3 public schools are located in 49931.
What is the racial composition of students in 49931?
49931 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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