For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,277 students in 49261, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49261, MI are Ezra Eby Elementary School, Napoleon Middle School and Ackerson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49261 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49261, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49261, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ezra Eby Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
220 West
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5717
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5717
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Napoleon Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
204 West
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5718
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5718
Gr: 6-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Ackerson High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
121 W Brooklyn Rd
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5718
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5718
Gr: 9-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Napoleon High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 West
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 536-8667
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 536-8667
Gr: 9-12 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49261, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49261, MI include Ezra Eby Elementary School, Napoleon Middle School and Ackerson High School.
How many public schools are located in 49261?
4 public schools are located in 49261.
What is the racial composition of students in 49261?
49261 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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