For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,118 students in Sault Sainte Marie, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Sault Sainte Marie, MI are Washington Elementary School, Lincoln School and Sault Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sault Sainte Marie, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sault Sainte Marie have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Sault Sainte Marie, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 Ryan Ave
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6629
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6629
Gr: K-1 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 E 5th Ave
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6626
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6626
Gr: PK-7 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Sault Area Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
684 Marquette Ave
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6604
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-6604
Gr: 5-10 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Marquette Ave
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-5055
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-5055
Gr: K-8 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Lake Superior Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8936 S Mackinac Trl
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 259-1168
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 259-1168
Gr: K-5 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
1301 Marquette Avenue
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-5055
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-5055
Gr: K-12 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Sault Sainte Marie, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Sault Sainte Marie, MI include Washington Elementary School, Lincoln School and Sault Area Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sault Sainte Marie?
6 public elementary schools are located in Sault Sainte Marie.
What is the racial composition of students in Sault Sainte Marie?
Sault Sainte Marie public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Sault Sainte Marie are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Sault Sainte Marie include: Washington Elementary School vs. Lincoln School, Lincoln School vs. Washington Elementary School, Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School vs. Lincoln School
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