For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 1,682 students in 49242, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 249 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 49242, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 49242, MI are Greenfield School, Horizon Alternative School and Will Carleton Charter School Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49242 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 49242, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 49242, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Greenfield School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1812
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1812
Grades: PK-12
| 39 students
Rank: #22.
Horizon Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
30 S Norwood Ave
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Grades: 9-12
| 38 students
Rank: #33.
Will Carleton Charter School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2001 West Hallett Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2000
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2000
Grades: K-12
| 272 students
Rank: #44.
Hillsdale High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30 South Norwood Ave
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Grades: 9-12
| 437 students
Rank: #55.
Hillsdale Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
160 Mechanic Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-4625
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-4625
Grades: K-8
| 72 students
Rank: #66.
Davis Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30 North West St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4326
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4326
Grades: 5-8
| 355 students
Rank: #77.
Gier Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
175 Spring Street
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-7347
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-7347
Grades: K-4
| 454 students
Rank: #88.
Bailey Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
59 S Manning Street
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-4401
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-4401
Grades: PK-K
| 15 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hillsdale Workforce Devtech Center
Vocational School
3471 Beck Rd, Hillsdale Mi 492
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1881
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1881
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
49242, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
30 South Norwood Ave
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-4401
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-4401
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
59 South Manning St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-7369
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-7369
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Dean Jennings Educational Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
310 West Bacon St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Grades: 8-11
| n/a students
Hillsdale Isd Local Programs (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Lochaven Center For Community Advancement (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
201 Barnard St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Grades: 6-12
| 1 students
113 East Fayette St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2717
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2717
Grades: K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49242, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49242, MI include Greenfield School, Horizon Alternative School and Will Carleton Charter School Academy.
How many public schools are located in 49242, MI?
9 public schools are located in 49242, MI.
What percentage of students in 49242, MI go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 49242, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49242, MI?
49242, MI public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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