For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 963 students in 49028, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 181 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 49028, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49028, MI are Ryan Elementary School and Bronson Jrsr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49028 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49028, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49028, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ryan Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
461 Rudd St
Bronson, MI 49028
(517) 369-3254
Bronson, MI 49028
(517) 369-3254
Gr: 3-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Bronson Jrsr High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
450 E Grant St
Bronson, MI 49028
(517) 369-3355
Bronson, MI 49028
(517) 369-3355
Gr: 6-12 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
335 E Corey St
Bronson, MI 49028
(517) 369-3234
Bronson, MI 49028
(517) 369-3234
Gr: K-2 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
49028, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
501 East Chicago St
Bronson, MI 49028
(517) 369-3250
Bronson, MI 49028
(517) 369-3250
Gr: 5-6 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49028, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49028, MI include Ryan Elementary School and Bronson Jrsr High School.
How many public schools are located in 49028?
3 public schools are located in 49028.
What percentage of students in 49028 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 49028 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49028?
49028 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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