For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 442 students in 49304, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49304, MI are Baldwin Senior High School, Baldwin Junior High School and Baldwin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49304 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49304, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49304, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baldwin Senior High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
525 4th St
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4683
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4683
Gr: 9-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Baldwin Junior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 4th St
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4683
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4683
Gr: 6-8 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Baldwin Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 4th St
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-3261
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-3261
Gr: PK-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
49304, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Baldwin Alternative Education High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
525 Fourth Street
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4683
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4683
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
525 4th Street
Baldwin, MI 49304
(517) 759-5100
Baldwin, MI 49304
(517) 759-5100
Gr: K-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49304, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49304, MI include Baldwin Senior High School, Baldwin Junior High School and Baldwin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49304?
3 public schools are located in 49304.
What is the racial composition of students in 49304?
49304 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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