For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,557 students in 49770, MI (there are , serving 398 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 49770, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49770, MI are Lincoln School, Sheridan School and Petoskey Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 49770 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49770, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49770, MI ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
616 Connable Ave
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2120
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2120
Gr: K-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Sheridan School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1415 Howard St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2140
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2140
Gr: K-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Petoskey Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
801 Northmen Dr
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2150
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2150
Gr: 6-8 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
410 State St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2110
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2110
Gr: K-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Petoskey High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 Hill St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2160
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2160
Gr: 9-12 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
Ottawa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
871 Kalamazoo Ave
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2130
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2130
Gr: PK-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #77.
Petoskey Montessori Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1560 E Mitchell Rd
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2190
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-2190
Gr: PK-5 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #88.
Concord Academy Petoskey
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2468 Atkins Rd
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 439-6800
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 439-6800
Gr: K-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
49770, Michigan ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2230 E. Mitchell Rd.
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-1600
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-1600
Gr: K-6 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49770, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49770, MI include Lincoln School, Sheridan School and Petoskey Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49770?
8 public schools are located in 49770.
What percentage of students in 49770 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 49770 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49770?
49770 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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