For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,028 students in 49686, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49686, MI are Courtade Elementary School, Old Mission Peninsula School and North Ednew Horizons. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49686 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49686, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49686, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Courtade Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1111 Rasho Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5800
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Old Mission Peninsula School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2699 Island View Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 225-0225
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 225-0225
Gr: K-6 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
North Ednew Horizons
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
933 Rose St
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5685
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5685
Gr: PK-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Grand Traverse Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1245 Hammond Rd E
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 932-6008
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 932-6008
Gr: PK-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Eastern Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Eastern Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5600
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Woodland School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7224 Supply Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 947-7474
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 947-7474
Gr: K-8 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #77.
East Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1776 3 Mile Rd N
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-7300
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #88.
North Edbridgeway
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 S Garfield Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5683
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5683
Gr: PK-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #99.
Traverse Heights Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
933 Rose St
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-3500
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
49686, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cherry Knoll Children's Center (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
91800 N. Three Mile Road
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-625
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-625
Gr: Inquire with school | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
3113 J Maddy Pkwy
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-1780
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-1780
Gr: PK-12
2699 Island View Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-7420
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-7420
Gr: PK-5 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Traverse Bay Area Early College High School (Closed 2015)
Vocational School
880 Parsons Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6262
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6262
Gr: 9-12 | 43 students Minority enrollment: 4%
1402 Carlisle Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 929-4539
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 929-4539
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49686, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49686, MI include Courtade Elementary School, Old Mission Peninsula School and North Ednew Horizons.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49686?
9 public elementary schools are located in 49686.
What is the racial composition of students in 49686?
49686 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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