Districts in Otsego County3 districts, sorted by rating
| 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 | 2 |
| 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 5 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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