For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,307 students in 49855, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49855, MI are Graveraet Elementary School, Sandy Knoll School and Cherry Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 49855 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49855, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49855, MI ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Graveraet Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
611 N Front St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4302
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4302
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Sandy Knoll School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 N 6th St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4281
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4281
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Cherry Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1111 Ortman Rd
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4399
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4399
Gr: K-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Bothwell Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Tierney St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4262
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4262
Gr: 5-8 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Marquettealger Administrative Unit
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
321 E Ohio St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-5102
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-5102
Gr: PK-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
Superior Hills Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 S Mcclellan Ave
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4295
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4295
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #77.
North Star Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3030 Wright St
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-0156
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-0156
Gr: PK-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
49855, Michigan ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3030 Wright Street
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-0156
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 226-0156
Gr: 6-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
1175 Erie Ave
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4295
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4295
Gr: PK-K | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
1175 Erie Street
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4320
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-4320
Gr: K-3 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49855, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49855, MI include Graveraet Elementary School, Sandy Knoll School and Cherry Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49855?
7 public elementary schools are located in 49855.
What is the racial composition of students in 49855?
49855 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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