Schoolcraft County Schools & Education
Schoolcraft County, Michigan
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
64/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 82.5%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,127
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,394
School Score
64/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 35/100
State Score Position
#6
of 83 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Schoolcraft County
Measured School Summary
Schoolcraft County performs at an average level with a school score of 64/100 and a solid graduation rate of 95.0%.
Funding Context
At $7,127 per pupil, Schoolcraft County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 84% above the Michigan average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 12.5 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 4% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Schoolcraft County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
3 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
64/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #6 of 83 Michigan counties with school score data.
Completion
95.0%
12.5 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,127
$267 below the state average
School coverage
3
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Schoolcraft County has 3 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Schoolcraft County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Schoolcraft County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#6
of 83 Michigan counties with school score data. The county score is 29 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Manistique Area Schools
Elementary and high visible
721 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Manistique Area Schools is the largest listed district slice, with 3 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Schoolcraft County?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Schoolcraft County, Michigan
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Close-Knit Education in a Single District
Schoolcraft County features a highly centralized education system with just three public schools all managed by the Manistique Area Schools district. This small infrastructure serves 721 total students, ensuring that every child is part of a familiar community.
Graduation Success Far Above National Standards
The county achieves an exceptional 95.0% graduation rate, significantly outperforming both the state average of 82.5% and the national 87% benchmark. Educational investment stands at $7,127 per pupil, which is competitive with Michigan's statewide average.
Manistique Area Schools Leads the Way
As the sole district in the county, Manistique Area Schools manages everything from elementary through high school education. The district operates no charter schools, keeping all local students within the traditional public system.
Personalized Learning in a Town Setting
Most students attend school in a town locale, with an average school size of 240 students that facilitates personalized attention. Manistique Middle and High School is the largest campus with 433 students, while Jack Reque Alternative High serves just 20.
School Overview
Total Schools
3
in Schoolcraft County
Reported Enrollment
721
3 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Schoolcraft County
Manistique Area Schools
3 Public Schools in Schoolcraft County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 3 of 3 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manistique Middle and High School | Record | Manistique Area Schools | MANISTIQUE, 49854Town: Remote | 6–12 | High | 433 |
| Emerald Elementary School | Record | Manistique Area Schools | MANISTIQUE, 49854Town: Remote | PK–5 | Primary | 268 |
| Jack Reque Alternative High School | Record | Manistique Area Schools | MANISTIQUE, 49854Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | Alternative | 20 |
Manistique Middle and High School
Manistique Area Schools
MANISTIQUE, 49854 / Town: Remote
Emerald Elementary School
Manistique Area Schools
MANISTIQUE, 49854 / Town: Remote
Jack Reque Alternative High School
Manistique Area Schools
MANISTIQUE, 49854 / Rural: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,127
State avg $7,394
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Schools in Schoolcraft County, Michigan — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Schoolcraft County, Michigan?
Schoolcraft County features a highly centralized education system with just three public schools all managed by the Manistique Area Schools district. This small infrastructure serves 721 total students, ensuring that every child is part of a familiar community.
How do schools in Schoolcraft County perform academically?
The county achieves an exceptional 95.0% graduation rate, significantly outperforming both the state average of 82.5% and the national 87% benchmark. Educational investment stands at $7,127 per pupil, which is competitive with Michigan's statewide average.
What are the major school districts in Schoolcraft County, Michigan?
As the sole district in the county, Manistique Area Schools manages everything from elementary through high school education. The district operates no charter schools, keeping all local students within the traditional public system.
What is the school experience like in Schoolcraft County?
Most students attend school in a town locale, with an average school size of 240 students that facilitates personalized attention. Manistique Middle and High School is the largest campus with 433 students, while Jack Reque Alternative High serves just 20.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.