- Clara B Bolen Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 433 students
- Tawas Area Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 340 students
- Tawas Area High School — Grades 9–12 · 351 students
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| Metric | Tawas Area Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 1,136 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tawas Area Schools (this district) | 6/10 | 57th | 1,136 |
| Bay City School District | 4/10 | 38th | 6,385 |
| Standish-Sterling Community School District | 8/10 | 74th | 1,505 |
| Millington Community Schools | 4/10 | 31st | 1,117 |
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Ranked against 488 rated districts in MI → 57th percentile → 6/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
About Tawas Area Schools
Tawas Area Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 48748 in Tawas, Michigan. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 48748. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Tawas Area Schools 6 out of 10 — average among Michigan public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Michigan is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Tawas Area Schools falls near the middle of Michigan on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 48748
Children in zip code 48748 are assigned to Tawas Area Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 48748, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Tawas Area Schools at (989)984-2250 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Michigan districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in National City
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Tawas Area Schools serves zip code 48748, homes in and around zip code 48748 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Michigan, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Tawas Area Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 48748.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Tawas Area Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 48748 data.