For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,747 students in Gaylord, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 436 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Gaylord, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Gaylord, MI are Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg, Gaylord Middle School and South Maple Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gaylord, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Gaylord have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gaylord, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
90 Livingston Blvd
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0969
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0969
Gr: 9-12 | 907 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Gaylord Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 E 5th St
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0848
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0848
Gr: 7-8 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
South Maple Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
650 E 5th St
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0648
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0648
Gr: PK-3 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Gaylord Intermediate School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
240 E 4th St
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0856
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-0856
Gr: 4-6 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
North Ohio Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
912 N Ohio Ave
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-2648
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 731-2648
Gr: PK-3 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gaylord, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Gaylord, MI include Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg, Gaylord Middle School and South Maple Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gaylord?
5 public schools are located in Gaylord.
What percentage of students in Gaylord go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Gaylord are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Gaylord?
Gaylord public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Gaylord are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Gaylord include: North Ohio Elementary School vs. South Maple Elementary School, South Maple Elementary School vs. North Ohio Elementary School
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