For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,416 students in 49319, MI (there are , serving 27 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 49319, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49319, MI are Cedar Springs High School, New Beginnings Alternative High School and Red Hawk Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49319 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49319, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49319, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Springs High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-1200
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,015 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
New Beginnings Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-1203
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-1203
Gr: 9-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Red Hawk Intermediate
(Math: 43% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-7330
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-7330
Gr: 8 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Beach Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-0350
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-0350
Gr: 2-3 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Cedar Springs Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4873 16 Mile Rd Ne
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9100
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9100
Gr: 6-7 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
Cedar View Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9102
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9102
Gr: 4-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #77.
Creative Technologies Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 Pine St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-4905
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-4905
Gr: PK-12 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Cedar Springs Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9884
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9884
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9884
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9884
Gr: PK-1 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
R1ts
Special Education School
204 East Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-0580
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-0580
Gr: Inquire with school | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
49319, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
204 East Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9102
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9102
Gr: 2-4 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49319, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49319, MI include Cedar Springs High School, New Beginnings Alternative High School and Red Hawk Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in 49319?
10 public schools are located in 49319.
What percentage of students in 49319 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 49319 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49319?
49319 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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