Inland Lakes Schools

Nestled in the rural community of Indian River, Michigan, Inland Lakes Schools serves as an active public school district anchored at 4363 South Straits Highway. Operating two dedicated educational campuses, the district provides a continuous academic pathway for 664 students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Its student body—comprising 345 male and 319 female learners—reflects the close-knit character of its region, bringing together a community of students including White, Multiracial, American Indian, Hispanic, Black, and Asian backgrounds into a supportive learning environment tailored to its rural distant setting.

The district's commitment to academic development and operational strength is backed by a robust workforce, featuring approximately 82 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, 9 instructional aides, and nearly 95 support staff members, bringing total staffing to over 185 dedicated personnel. This strong ratio of instructional and support staff emphasizes individualized attention and comprehensive services for every child. Documented within the 2024–2025 National Center for Education Statistics context as a fully operational, traditional public district, Inland Lakes Schools offers a welcoming educational home for local families and a compelling profile of rural school infrastructure for researchers. Further information regarding district programs can be accessed on their official website at inlandlakes.org or by contacting their main office at (231) 238-6868.