For the 2025 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 4,735 students in 49221, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 693 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 49221, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49221, MI are Madison High School, Jclisd Academy A Regional Middle College and Adrian Community High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49221 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49221, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49221, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Madison High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3498 Treat Hwy
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0742
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0742
Grades: 9-12
| 462 students
Rank: #22.
Jclisd Academy A Regional Middle College
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1372 N Main St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-1661
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-1661
Grades: 9-12
| 55 students
Rank: #33.
Adrian Community High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 E Maumee St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-1332
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-1332
Grades: 9-12
| 49 students
Rank: #44.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3498 Treat Hwy
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0744
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0744
Grades: PK-5
| 791 students
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
158 S Scott St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8544
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8544
Grades: PK-5
| 291 students
Rank: #66.
Adrian High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
785 Riverside Ave
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2181
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2181
Grades: 8-12
| 804 students
Rank: #77.
Madison Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3498 Treat Hwy
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0743
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0743
Grades: 6-8
| 367 students
Rank: #88.
Sutton South Early Learning Center
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2780 Sutton Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 423-2367
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 423-2367
Grades: PK-3
| 244 students
Rank: #99.
Milton C Porter Educational Center
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2946 Sutton Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-8931
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-8931
Grades: PK-12
| 95 students
Rank: #1010.
Alexander Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
520 Cherry St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9533
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9533
Grades: K-5
| 460 students
Rank: #1111.
Springbrook Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
615 Springbrook Ave
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0543
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0543
Grades: 6-8
| 602 students
Rank: #1212.
Maurice Spear Campus
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2910 Airport Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-5021
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-5021
Grades: 4-12
| 29 students
Rank: #1313.
Michener Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
104 Dawes Ave
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9002
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9002
Grades: PK-5
| 278 students
Rank: #1414.
Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2568 Airport Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-5082
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-5082
Grades: PK-5
| 201 students
Rank: n/an/a
Gus Harrison Correctional Facility
Alternative School
2727 E Beecher St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-3900
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-3900
Grades: 9-12
| 7 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lisd Tech Center
Vocational School
1372 N Main St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2108
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2108
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
49221, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
340 East Church St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8122
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8122
Grades: 5-7
| 380 students
Comstock School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
801 East Maumee St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2468
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2468
Grades: PK
| n/a students
340 E Church St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8122
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8122
Grades: PK
| n/a students
239 Cross Street
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-2844
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-2844
Grades: K-4
| 340 students
Head Start At Garfield Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
239 Cross St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2468
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2468
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Lenawee Isd Special Education See Programs (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
2946 Sutton Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-1610
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-1610
Grades: K-12
| 19 students
726 Elm Street
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8065
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8065
Grades: K-4
| 249 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49221, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49221, MI include Madison High School, Jclisd Academy A Regional Middle College and Adrian Community High School.
How many public schools are located in 49221?
16 public schools are located in 49221.
What percentage of students in 49221 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 49221 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49221?
49221 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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