For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,779 students in 49090, MI (there are , serving 224 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 49090, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49090, MI are Way South Haven, South Haven High School and Lincoln School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49090 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49090, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49090, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Way South Haven
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 Veterans Dr
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
Grades: 8-12
| 29 students
Rank: #22.
South Haven High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Elkenburg St
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
Grades: 9-12
| 569 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Elkenburg St
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0540
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0540
Grades: PK-3
| 227 students
Rank: #44.
Maple Grove Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
72399 12th Ave
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
Grades: PK-3
| 290 students
Rank: #55.
North Shore Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7320 N Shore Dr
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
Grades: 4-5
| 261 students
Rank: #66.
Baseline Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7357 Baseline Rd
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0530
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0530
Grades: 6-8
| 403 students
49090, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
South Haven Alternative High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
554 Green Street
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0523
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0523
Grades: Inquire with school
| 21 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49090, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49090, MI include Way South Haven, South Haven High School and Lincoln School.
How many public schools are located in 49090?
6 public schools are located in 49090.
What percentage of students in 49090 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 49090 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49090?
49090 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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