For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 321 students in 49012, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49012, MI are Galesburgaugusta Middle School and Augusta Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49012 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49012, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49012, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Galesburgaugusta Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
750 W Van Buren St
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 484-2020
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 484-2020
Gr: 5-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Augusta Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 West Michigan
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 731-5454
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 731-5454
Gr: K-6 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
49012, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
600 West Michigan Ave
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 484-2030
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 484-2030
Gr: 4-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49012, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49012, MI include Galesburgaugusta Middle School and Augusta Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49012?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49012.
What is the racial composition of students in 49012?
49012 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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