7.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Negaunee, Michigan

4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 4

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 7.2/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.2/10
Median household income: $83,433
Median home value: $191,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 34%
Avg commute: 19 min
Owner-occupied homes: 85%

How Negaunee compares

Michigan rank

#33 of 372

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.9

above Michigan avg (6.3)

Median household income

$83k

114% of Michigan median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Negaunee, Michigan

Negaunee, Michigan is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Negaunee perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Negaunee is Lakeview School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Negaunee is served by 2 school districts: Ishpeming Public School District No. 1, Negaunee Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 2,207 students.

Negaunee's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,433. The poverty rate in the area is 8.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lakeview School 588 students · Pre-K–4th	588	Pre-K–4th	8.8

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Negaunee Middle School 458 students · 5th–8th	458	5th–8th	7.2

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Negaunee High School 450 students · 9th–12th	450	9th–12th	5.7
2	IshpemingNegauneeNICE Comm Ed Division 19 students · 7th–12th	19	7th–12th	—

Schools in Negaunee

Negaunee, Michigan · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$83,433

Median Home Value

$191,700

Median Rent

$900/mo

Population

8,228

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Community Profile

Negaunee has a median household income of $83,433. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $191,700, with a median rent of $900/month. The local poverty rate of 8.6% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Michigan
Total Schools: 4
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 7.2/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Negaunee schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Negaunee 📊 Niche Negaunee Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

Ishpeming Public School District No. 1

4 schools · 677 students

Negaunee Public Schools

3 schools · 1,530 students

Nearby Cities

Ishpeming (5 schools)

3 mi

Marquette (10 schools)

Other Major Cities in Michigan

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Detroit 195 schools Grand Rapids 161 schools Ann Arbor 65 schools Saginaw 62 schools Kalamazoo 59 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Negaunee, Michigan

How many schools are in Negaunee, Michigan?

Negaunee has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Negaunee, Michigan?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Negaunee is 7.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Negaunee, Michigan?

The top-ranked school in Negaunee on MySchoolScout is Lakeview School with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Negaunee, Michigan?

The top-ranked elementary school in Negaunee on MySchoolScout is Lakeview School with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Negaunee, Michigan?

The top-ranked middle school in Negaunee on MySchoolScout is Negaunee Middle School with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best high school in Negaunee, Michigan?

The top-ranked high school in Negaunee on MySchoolScout is Negaunee High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

How many school districts serve Negaunee, Michigan?

Negaunee is served by 2 school districts: Ishpeming Public School District No. 1, Negaunee Public Schools.

What is the education level in Negaunee, Michigan?

According to Census data, 34% of adults in Negaunee have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Negaunee, Michigan?

The median household income in Negaunee is approximately $83,433 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Negaunee, Michigan?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Negaunee is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Negaunee, Michigan?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.