For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,835 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 63% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), 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 25% 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caledonia Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
9770 Duncan Lake Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8181
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8181
Gr: K-4 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Emmons Lake Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8950 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 528-8100
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 528-8100
Gr: K-4 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Dutton Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3820 68th St Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 698-8982
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 698-8982
Gr: PK-4 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Paris Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4690 Paris Ridge Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-7033
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-7033
Gr: K-4 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Duncan Lake Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9758 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-1380
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-1380
Gr: 7-8 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
Kraft Meadows Intermediate School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9230 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8649
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8649
Gr: 5-6 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #77.
Explorer Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2307 68th St Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 554-0302
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 554-0302
Gr: K-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #88.
Caledonia High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9050 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8129
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8129
Gr: 9-12 | 1,438 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
9751 Duncan Lake Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-6220
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-6220
Gr: PK-K | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: n/an/a
Duncan Lake Transitions Program
Special Education School
9050 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-0219
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-0219
Gr: Inquire with school | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
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 25% 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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