For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 627 students in 49088, MI (there are , serving 28 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 49088, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49088, MI are Tobey Elementary School and Climaxscotts Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49088 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49088, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49088, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tobey Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8551 Long Lake Dr E
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 321-1600
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 321-1600
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #22.
Climaxscotts Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11250 Qr Ave E
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 497-2100
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 497-2100
Grades: PK-5
| 232 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49088, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49088, MI include Tobey Elementary School and Climaxscotts Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49088?
2 public schools are located in 49088.
What percentage of students in 49088 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 49088 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49088?
49088 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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