For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 489 students in 49781, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49781, MI are St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School, Lasalle High School and Gros Cap School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49781 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49781, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49781, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
429 Portage St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Gr: PK-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Lasalle High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
443 Portage St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8800
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8800
Gr: 9-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Gros Cap School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
W1828 Gros Cap Road
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-7970
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-7970
Gr: PK-8 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
St. Ignace Juvenile Detention Facility
Alternative School
1130 N State St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8800
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8800
Gr: 4-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
49781, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
429 Portage St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Gr: PK-4 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49781, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49781, MI include St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School, Lasalle High School and Gros Cap School.
How many public schools are located in 49781?
4 public schools are located in 49781.
What is the racial composition of students in 49781?
49781 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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