| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaylord Community Schools | Elmira | 8/10 Good · 78th pct | 2,793 | 5 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Johannesburg-Lewiston Area School District | Johannesburg | 5/10 Average · 40th pct | 717 | 3 | K–12 | 1 |
| Vanderbilt Area Schools | Vanderbilt | 3/10 Below Average · 27th pct | 98 | 1 | K–12 | 1 |
How Otsego County compares
Together they enroll 3,608 students across 9 schools. The largest is Gaylord Community Schools with 2,793 students. Districts here average 5.3/10, below the Michigan average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 8/10.
School Districts in Otsego County, Michigan
Otsego County has 3 public school districts covering 4 zip codes. The top-rated district in Otsego County is Gaylord Community Schools (8/10). 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 Otsego County, MI?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Otsego 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 Otsego County, MI?
Of the districts serving Otsego County, Gaylord Community Schools has the highest rating on this site at 8/10. That places it in the 78th 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.