| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalkaska Public Schools | Rapid City | 3/10 Below Average · 28th pct | 1,393 | 5 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Forest Area Community Schools | Fife Lake | 2/10 Poor · 11th pct | 515 | 3 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Kalkaska County compares
Together they enroll 1,908 students across 8 schools. The largest is Kalkaska Public Schools with 1,393 students. Districts here average 2.5/10, below the Michigan average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 3/10.
School Districts in Kalkaska County, Michigan
Kalkaska County has 2 public school districts covering 3 zip codes. The top-rated district in Kalkaska County is Kalkaska Public Schools (3/10). 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 Kalkaska County, MI?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Kalkaska 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 Kalkaska County, MI?
Of the districts serving Kalkaska County, Kalkaska Public Schools has the highest rating on this site at 3/10. That places it in the 28th 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.