For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 1,513 students in Allegan, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Allegan, MI are Outlook Academy, Outlook Academy Youth Home Campus and West Ward Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Allegan, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Allegan have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Allegan, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Outlook Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2879 116th Ave
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 512-7880
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 512-7880
Grades: 6-12
| 50 students
Rank: #22.
Outlook Academy Youth Home Campus
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2243 33rd St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 512-7880
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 512-7880
Grades: 5-12
| 15 students
Rank: #33.
West Ward Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
630 Vernon St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-7000
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-7000
Grades: K-5
| 245 students
Rank: #44.
Dawson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
125 Elm St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-6925
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-6925
Grades: K-5
| 286 students
Rank: #55.
Le White Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3300 115th Ave
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-2241
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-2241
Grades: 6-8
| 436 students
Rank: #66.
Hillside Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
212 Grove St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 512-7900
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 512-7900
Grades: PK-12
| 97 students
Rank: #77.
Pine Trails Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2950 Center St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-5379
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-5379
Grades: PK-5
| 339 students
Rank: #88.
Allegan Online K8
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
550 5th St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-5431
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-5431
Grades: K-8
| 45 students
Allegan, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Allegan Alternative High School (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
550 5th St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-5433
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-5433
Grades: 9-12
| 118 students
310 Thomas St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-2161
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-2161
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Allegan County Technical Center Annex (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
2879 116th Ave
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-3121
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-3121
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2243 33rd St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-2161
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-2161
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Area Technical & Ed. Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
2891 116th Avenue
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-3121
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-3121
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
550 Fifth Street
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-5379
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-5379
Grades: K-5
| 360 students
Star Family Literacy Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
623 N 10th Street
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 512-7700
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 512-7700
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Allegan, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Allegan, MI include Outlook Academy, Outlook Academy Youth Home Campus and West Ward Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Allegan?
8 public elementary schools are located in Allegan.
What is the racial composition of students in Allegan?
Allegan public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Allegan are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Allegan include: West Ward Elementary School vs. Dawson Elementary School, Pine Trails Elementary School vs. Dawson Elementary School, Le White Middle School vs. Dawson Elementary School
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