For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,181 students in South Haven, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in South Haven, MI are Lincoln School, Maple Grove Elementary School and North Shore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
South Haven, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in South Haven have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in South Haven, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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
South Haven, 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 elementary schools in South Haven, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in South Haven, MI include Lincoln School, Maple Grove Elementary School and North Shore Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in South Haven?
4 public elementary schools are located in South Haven.
What is the racial composition of students in South Haven?
South Haven public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in South Haven are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in South Haven include: Lincoln School vs. Maple Grove Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School vs. Lincoln School
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