For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 458 students in 49072, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49072, MI are Mendon Elementary School and Mendon Middlehigh School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49072 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49072, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49072, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mendon Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
306 Lane St
Mendon, MI 49072
(269) 496-2175
Mendon, MI 49072
(269) 496-2175
Grades: PK-5
| 200 students
Rank: #22.
Mendon Middlehigh School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
148 Kirby Rd
Mendon, MI 49072
(269) 496-8491
Mendon, MI 49072
(269) 496-8491
Grades: 6-12
| 258 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49072, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49072, MI include Mendon Elementary School and Mendon Middlehigh School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49072?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49072.
What is the racial composition of students in 49072?
49072 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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