For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 560 students in 49270, MI (there are , serving 18 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 49270, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49270, MI are Summerfield Juniorsenior High School and Summerfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49270 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49270, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49270, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Summerfield Juniorsenior High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17555 Ida West Rd
Petersburg, MI 49270
(734) 279-1012
Petersburg, MI 49270
(734) 279-1012
Grades: 7-12
| 245 students
Rank: #22.
Summerfield Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
232 E Elm St
Petersburg, MI 49270
(734) 279-1013
Petersburg, MI 49270
(734) 279-1013
Grades: PK-6
| 315 students
49270, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
17555 Ida West Rd
Petersburg, MI 49270
(734) 279-1012
Petersburg, MI 49270
(734) 279-1012
Grades: 7-8
| 122 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49270, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49270, MI include Summerfield Juniorsenior High School and Summerfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49270?
2 public schools are located in 49270.
What percentage of students in 49270 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 49270 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49270?
49270 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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