For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 803 students in 49421, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49421, MI are David C Outwin Middle School, Patricia St Clair Elementary School and Hesperia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49421 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49421, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 49421, MI Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David C Outwin Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
96 S Division St
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6475
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6475
Gr: 6-8 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Patricia St Clair Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
96 S Division St
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6615
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6615
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Hesperia High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
96 S Division St
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6385
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6385
Gr: 9-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
49421, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hesperia Community Education (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
96 S Division St
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6185
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6185
Gr: 7-12 | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49421, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49421, MI include David C Outwin Middle School, Patricia St Clair Elementary School and Hesperia High School.
How many public schools are located in 49421?
3 public schools are located in 49421.
What is the racial composition of students in 49421?
49421 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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