For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 766 students in Alto, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Alto, MI are Alto Elementary School and Kettle Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alto, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Alto have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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 Alto, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alto Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6150 Bancroft Ave Se
Alto, MI 49302
(616) 987-2600
Alto, MI 49302
(616) 987-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Kettle Lake Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8451 Garbow Dr Se
Alto, MI 49302
(616) 868-6113
Alto, MI 49302
(616) 868-6113
Gr: K-4 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Alto, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Alto, MI include Alto Elementary School and Kettle Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Alto?
2 public elementary schools are located in Alto.
What is the racial composition of students in Alto?
Alto public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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