For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,331 students in 49078, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49078, MI are Washington Street Elementary School, Dix Street Elementary School and Otsego West Campus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49078 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49078, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49078, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Street Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
538 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7800
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 450 students
Rank: #22.
Dix Street Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
503 Dix St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7703
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7703
Grades: PK-5
| 332 students
Rank: #33.
Otsego West Campus High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
570 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7403
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7403
Grades: 6-12
| 25 students
Rank: #44.
Otsego Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
540 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7500
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7500
Grades: 6-8
| 524 students
49078, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
485 18th St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7960
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7960
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49078, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49078, MI include Washington Street Elementary School, Dix Street Elementary School and Otsego West Campus High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49078?
4 public elementary schools are located in 49078.
What is the racial composition of students in 49078?
49078 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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