For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public elementary schools serving 4,905 students in 49424, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49424, MI are Lakewood Elementary School, Lakeshore Elementary School and Waukazoo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49424 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49424, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49424, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2134 W Lakewood Blvd
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1300
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1300
Grades: PK-5
| 308 students
Rank: #22.
Lakeshore Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3765 N 168th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1400
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 439 students
Rank: #33.
Waukazoo Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1294 W Lakewood Blvd
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1800
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1800
Grades: PK-5
| 438 students
Rank: #44.
Eagle Crest Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11950 Riley St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2400
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2400
Grades: K-8
| 580 students
Rank: #55.
Sheldon Pines School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6542 136th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8970
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8970
Grades: K-12
| 24 students
Rank: #66.
North Holland Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11946 New Holland St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1500
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1500
Grades: K-5
| 274 students
Rank: #77.
Harbor Lights Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1024 136th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1000
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1000
Grades: 6-8
| 856 students
Rank: #88.
Macatawa Bay Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3700 140th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2000
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2000
Grades: 6-8
| 661 students
Rank: #99.
West Ottawa Virtual Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
215 Beech St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2299
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2299
Grades: K-12
| 35 students
Rank: #1010.
Great Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3200 152nd Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1200
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1200
Grades: PK-5
| 435 students
Rank: #1111.
Pine Creek Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1184 136th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1600
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1600
Grades: PK-5
| 390 students
Rank: #1212.
Woodside Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2591 N Division Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1900
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1900
Grades: PK-5
| 455 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academy Juvenile Justice Institute
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
12263 James St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 393-4450
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 393-4450
Grades: 6-12
| 10 students
49424, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Elliott Street Bldg (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
605 Elliott Street
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8940
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8940
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
342 West Lakewood Blvd
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 395-2200
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 395-2200
Grades: K-5
| 130 students
Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
12110 Fillmore St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8970
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8970
Grades: 3-12
| 19 students
13565 Port Sheldon St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8940
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8940
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
The Pines High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
583 Riley Street
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-6500
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-6500
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1036 N 136th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1000
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1000
Grades: 6-8
| 1,069 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49424, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49424, MI include Lakewood Elementary School, Lakeshore Elementary School and Waukazoo Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49424?
13 public elementary schools are located in 49424.
What is the racial composition of students in 49424?
49424 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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