For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,970 students in Missaukee County, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 278 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Missaukee County, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Missaukee County, MI are Mcbain Middle School, Mcbain Elementary School and Lake City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Missaukee County, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Missaukee County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Missaukee County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcbain Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
107 E Maple St
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-8041
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-8041
Gr: 6-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Mcbain Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
107 E Maple St
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2021
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2021
Gr: PK-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Lake City Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5534 W Davis Rd
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Gr: K-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Mcbain High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
107 E Maple St
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2412
Mc Bain, MI 49657
(231) 825-2412
Gr: 9-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Lake City High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
251 Russell St
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Missaukee County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lake City Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
251 Russell Street
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Gr: 6-12 | 3 students
251 Russell St
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-7162
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-7162
Gr: K-2 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
251 Russell St
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
450 S. Merritt Road
Merritt, MI 49667
(231) 328-4354
Merritt, MI 49667
(231) 328-4354
Gr: K-5 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Missaukee County, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Missaukee County, MI include Mcbain Middle School, Mcbain Elementary School and Lake City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Missaukee County?
5 public schools are located in Missaukee County.
What percentage of students in Missaukee County go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Missaukee County are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Missaukee County?
Missaukee County public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Missaukee County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Missaukee County include: Mcbain High School vs. Lake City High School, Lake City High School vs. Mcbain High School
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