For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 257 students in 49459, MI.
The top ranked public elementary school in 49459, MI is Walkerville Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49459 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49459, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49459, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walkerville Public School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
145 Lathrop St
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-4850
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-4850
Grades: 3-12
| 202 students
Rank: n/an/a
170 E North St
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-4850
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-4850
Grades: PK-2
| 55 students
49459, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Walkerville Alternative Education (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
180 E. Main Street
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-5727
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-5727
Grades: Inquire with school
| 29 students
145 Lathrop St
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-4850
Walkerville, MI 49459
(231) 873-4850
Grades: 6-8
| 65 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49459, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49459, MI include Walkerville Public School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49459?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49459.
What is the racial composition of students in 49459?
49459 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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