For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,729 students in 49301, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49301, MI are Ada Elementary School, Eastern Middle School and Central Woodlands 56 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49301 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49301, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49301, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ada Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
731 Ada Dr Se
Ada, MI 49301
(616) 493-8940
Ada, MI 49301
(616) 493-8940
Gr: PK-4 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Eastern Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2200 Pettis Ave Ne
Ada, MI 49301
(616) 493-8850
Ada, MI 49301
(616) 493-8850
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Central Woodlands 56 School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
400 Alta Dale Ave Se
Ada, MI 49301
(616) 493-8790
Ada, MI 49301
(616) 493-8790
Gr: 5-6 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Ada Vista Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7192 Bradfield Ave Se
Ada, MI 49301
(616) 493-8970
Ada, MI 49301
(616) 493-8970
Gr: K-4 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49301, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49301, MI include Ada Elementary School, Eastern Middle School and Central Woodlands 56 School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49301?
4 public elementary schools are located in 49301.
What is the racial composition of students in 49301?
49301 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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