For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,238 students in 49236, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49236, MI are Clinton High School, Clinton Middle School and Clinton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49236 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49236, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49236, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clinton High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
340 E Michigan Ave
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 456-6511
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 456-6511
Gr: 9-12 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Clinton Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 E Franklin St
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 456-6507
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 456-6507
Gr: 6-8 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 E Franklin St
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 456-6504
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 456-6504
Gr: K-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Clinton Virtual Jrsr High School
Alternative School
340 E Michigan Ave
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 456-6501
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 456-6501
Gr: 6-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: n/an/a
330 E Michigan Ave
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 456-2010
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 456-2010
Gr: PK-K | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
49236, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Holy Cross Children's Services (Boysville) (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
8744 Clinton Macon Rd
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 423-6770
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 423-6770
Gr: 6-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49236, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49236, MI include Clinton High School, Clinton Middle School and Clinton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49236?
5 public schools are located in 49236.
What is the racial composition of students in 49236?
49236 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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