For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 763 students in 49302, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49302, 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49302 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49302, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49302, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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 elementary schools in 49302, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49302, MI include Alto Elementary School and Kettle Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49302?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49302.
What is the racial composition of students in 49302?
49302 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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