For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,969 students in 48661, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 82 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 48661, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48661, MI are Rose City School, Surline Elementary School and Ogemaw Heights High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48661 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48661, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 48661, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rose City School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
515 Harrington
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2250
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2250
Gr: PK-6 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Surline Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2190
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2190
Gr: PK-4 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Ogemaw Heights High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
960 S M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Gr: 9-12 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Alternative Educational Academy Of Ogemaw County
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2479 S M 76
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-9070
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-9070
Gr: 6-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #55.
Surline Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2140
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2140
Gr: 5-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
48661, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
960 South M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
500 Lake Street
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Gr: 7-11 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48661, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48661, MI include Rose City School, Surline Elementary School and Ogemaw Heights High School.
How many public schools are located in 48661?
5 public schools are located in 48661.
What percentage of students in 48661 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 48661 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48661?
48661 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).
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