Best 49230 Michigan Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,346 students in 49230, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49230, MI are Columbia Elementary School, Columbia Upper Elementary School and Columbia Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49230 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49230, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 49230, MI Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
320 School St
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-6632
Gr: PK-2 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Columbia Upper Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
321 School St
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-2181
Gr: 3-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Columbia Central High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
11775 Hewitt Rd
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-6634
Gr: 7-12 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 49230, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49230, MI include Columbia Elementary School, Columbia Upper Elementary School and Columbia Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 49230?
3 public schools are located in 49230.
What is the racial composition of students in 49230?
49230 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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