For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 528 students in Onaway, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Onaway, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Onaway, MI are Presque Isle Academy, Onaway Middle School and Onaway Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Onaway, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Onaway have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Onaway, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Presque Isle Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20830 Cedar St
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-6708
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-6708
Gr: 9-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Onaway Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4549 M 33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4850
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4850
Gr: 6-8 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Onaway Senior High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4549 M 33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4800
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Onaway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4549 M 33
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4900
Onaway, MI 49765
(989) 733-4900
Gr: K-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Onaway, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Onaway, MI include Presque Isle Academy, Onaway Middle School and Onaway Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Onaway?
4 public schools are located in Onaway.
What percentage of students in Onaway go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Onaway are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Onaway?
Onaway public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Onaway are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Onaway include: Onaway Elementary School vs. Onaway Middle School
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