For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 46 students in Big Bay, MI.
The top-ranked public school in Big Bay, MI is Powell Twp Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Big Bay, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Big Bay have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Big Bay, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Powell Twp Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 Deutsch Ave
Big Bay, MI 49808
(906) 345-9355
Big Bay, MI 49808
(906) 345-9355
Gr: PK-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Big Bay, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Big Bay, MI include Powell Twp Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Big Bay?
1 public schools are located in Big Bay.
What is the racial composition of students in Big Bay?
Big Bay public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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