For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 628 students in 48897, MI.
The top ranked public school in 48897, MI is Lakewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48897 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48897, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48897, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8669 Brown Rd
Woodland, MI 48897
(616) 374-2400
Woodland, MI 48897
(616) 374-2400
Grades: 5-8
| 490 students
Rank: n/an/a
223 W Broadway St
Woodland, MI 48897
(269) 367-4935
Woodland, MI 48897
(269) 367-4935
Grades: PK-K
| 138 students
48897, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lakewood Learning Center (Leap) (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
223 W. Braodway
Woodland, MI 48897
(269) 367-4430
Woodland, MI 48897
(269) 367-4430
Grades: 8-12
| 35 students
223 West Broadway St
Woodland, MI 48897
(616) 367-4935
Woodland, MI 48897
(616) 367-4935
Grades: K-5
| 111 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48897, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48897, MI include Lakewood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48897?
2 public schools are located in 48897.
What is the racial composition of students in 48897?
48897 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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