Top 10 Best 49316 Michigan Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,802 students in 49316, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 726 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 49316, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49316, MI are Caledonia Elementary School, Emmons Lake Elementary School and Dutton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49316 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49316, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 49316, MI Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Caledonia Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
9770 Duncan Lake Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8181
Grades: K-4
| 308 students
Rank: #22.
Emmons Lake Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
8950 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 528-8100
Grades: K-4
| 400 students
Rank: #33.
Dutton Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3820 68th St Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 698-8982
Grades: PK-4
| 299 students
Rank: #44.
Paris Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
4690 Paris Ridge Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-7033
Grades: K-4
| 317 students
Rank: #55.
Duncan Lake Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
9758 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-1380
Grades: 7-8
| 702 students
Rank: #66.
Kraft Meadows Intermediate School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
9230 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8649
Grades: 5-6
| 714 students
Rank: #77.
Explorer Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2307 68th St Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 554-0302
Grades: K-5
| 563 students
Rank: #88.
Caledonia High School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9050 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8129
Grades: 9-12
| 1,427 students
Rank: n/an/a
Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
9751 Duncan Lake Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-6220
Grades: PK-K
| 64 students
Rank: n/an/a
Duncan Lake Transitions Program
Special Education School
9050 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-0219
Grades: Inquire with school
| 8 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 49316 Michigan

49316, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
9749 Duncan Lake Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8117
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
8948 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8236
Grades: 9-12
| 15 students
6100 E Paris Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 610-0031
Grades: K-5
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 49316, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49316, MI include Caledonia Elementary School, Emmons Lake Elementary School and Dutton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49316?
10 public schools are located in 49316.
What percentage of students in 49316 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 49316 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49316?
49316 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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