For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 339 students in 49117, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49117, MI are New Buffalo Elementary School and New Buffalo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49117 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49117, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49117, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Buffalo Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12291 Lubke Rd
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6060
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6060
Gr: PK-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
New Buffalo Middle School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1112 E Clay St
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6003
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6003
Gr: 6-8 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49117, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49117, MI include New Buffalo Elementary School and New Buffalo Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49117?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49117.
What is the racial composition of students in 49117?
49117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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