For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 596 students in 49629, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49629, MI are Lakeland Elementary School and Cherryland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49629 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49629, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 49629, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeland Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
616 Buckley St
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8289
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8289
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Cherryland Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
707 E 3rd St
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8991
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8991
Gr: 6-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49629, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49629, MI include Lakeland Elementary School and Cherryland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49629?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49629.
What is the racial composition of students in 49629?
49629 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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