For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 763 students in Alto, MI.
The top ranked public schools in Alto, MI are Alto Elementary School and Kettle Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alto, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Alto have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Alto, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alto Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6150 Bancroft Ave Se
Alto, MI 49302
(616) 987-2600
Alto, MI 49302
(616) 987-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Kettle Lake Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8451 Garbow Dr Se
Alto, MI 49302
(616) 868-6113
Alto, MI 49302
(616) 868-6113
Gr: K-4 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Alto, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Alto, MI include Alto Elementary School and Kettle Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Alto?
2 public schools are located in Alto.
What is the racial composition of students in Alto?
Alto public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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