For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 500 students in 48849, MI.
The top ranked public elementary school in 48849, MI is Lakewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 48849 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48849, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48849, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
812 Washington Blvd
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 374-8842
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 374-8842
Grades: 1-4
| 500 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48849, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48849, MI include Lakewood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48849?
1 public elementary schools are located in 48849.
What is the racial composition of students in 48849?
48849 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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