Dowagiac Union Schools
Dowagiac Union Schools serves Dowagiac and northern Cass County, Michigan. The district offers a small-town atmosphere with Southwestern Michigan College located in the community.
About Dowagiac Schools
Dowagiac Union Schools serves the city of Dowagiac and surrounding areas in northern Cass County, Michigan. The district operates Dowagiac Union High School, a middle school, and elementary schools. The district serves a mix of town residents and rural families in the Dowagiac area. Southwestern Michigan College is located in Dowagiac, providing educational and cultural resources to the community. Housing within Dowagiac Union Schools boundaries is notably affordable, with many homes in the $100,000 to $200,000 range. The district serves families in Dowagiac and the surrounding rural and lake areas of northern Cass County.
Schools in the district
- Dowagiac Union High School (grades 9-12)
- Dowagiac Middle School
- Elementary schools serving the Dowagiac area
Areas served
Enrollment
Approximately 2,000 students across all grade levels.
District highlights
- Serves Dowagiac and northern Cass County, Michigan
- Southwestern Michigan College located in the community
- Notably affordable housing with small-town atmosphere
- Historic downtown with restored Dowagiac Depot and AMTRAK service
Commute and location
Dowagiac is 20 minutes from Niles, 25 minutes from Elkhart, and 35 minutes from South Bend and Notre Dame.
What areas does Dowagiac Union Schools serve?
Dowagiac Union Schools serves the city of Dowagiac and surrounding areas in northern Cass County, Michigan, including rural areas and smaller lake communities.
How many students does Dowagiac Union Schools serve?
Dowagiac Union Schools serves approximately 2,000 students across Dowagiac Union High School, a middle school, and elementary schools.
What are home prices like in the Dowagiac school district?
Homes in the Dowagiac school district are notably affordable, with many homes in the $100,000 to $200,000 range. The area offers some of the most affordable housing in the Michiana region.
How far is Dowagiac from South Bend?
Dowagiac is about 35 minutes from South Bend and Notre Dame, 25 minutes from Elkhart, and 20 minutes from Niles. The restored Dowagiac Depot provides AMTRAK service.
What college is in Dowagiac?
Southwestern Michigan College is based in Dowagiac, bringing educational and cultural resources to the community. The campus is within walking distance of downtown.