| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools | Elberta | 9/10 Excellent · 89th pct | 477 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Benzie County Central School | Benzonia | 5/10 Average · 45th pct | 1,236 | 6 | PK–12 | 5 |
How Benzie County compares
Together they enroll 1,713 students across 8 schools. The largest is Benzie County Central School with 1,236 students. Districts here average 7.0/10, above the Michigan average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Benzie County, Michigan
Benzie County has 2 public school districts covering 7 zip codes. The top-rated district in Benzie County is Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Michigan. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Benzie County, MI?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Benzie County, MI. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Benzie County, MI?
Of the districts serving Benzie County, Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 89th percentile among Michigan school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Michigan reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Michigan and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Michigan only, never across state lines.