For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,498 students in 49036, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 220 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 49036, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49036, MI are Coldwater High School, Jefferson Elementary School and Legg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49036 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49036, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49036, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coldwater High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
275 N Fremont St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5930
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5930
Gr: 9-12 | 913 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15 Vans Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5970
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5970
Gr: 2-3 | 366 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Legg Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
175 Green St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5940
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5940
Gr: 6-8 | 626 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Lakeland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
235 Western Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5980
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5980
Gr: 4-5 | 393 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Waldron Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
214 Bishop Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5821
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5821
Gr: PK-12 | 282 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Pansophia Academy
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
52 Abbott Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-4686
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-4686
Gr: K-12 | 472 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
Branch Area Careers Center
Vocational School
366 Morse St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5722
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5722
Gr: 11-12
Rank: n/an/a
Lakeland Correctional Facility
Alternative School
141 1st St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 278-6942
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 278-6942
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Larsen Elementary School
Magnet School
25 Parkhurst Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5960
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5960
Gr: PK-1 | 446 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
49036, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bisd Sp. Ed. Programs In Local Districts (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
214 Bishop Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5800
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5800
Gr: K-12 | 66 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Camp Branch Elementary School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
19 4th St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 278-3204
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 278-3204
Gr: 9-12
Coldwater Adult & Secondary Learning Academy (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
70 Tibbits St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5900
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Dorothy Legg Learning Center (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
212 Bishop Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5830
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5830
Gr: 6-12
1011 School Drive
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 297-5965
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 297-5965
Gr: Inquire with school | 110 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
70 Tibbits St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5975
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5975
Gr: K-3 | 122 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49036, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49036, MI include Coldwater High School, Jefferson Elementary School and Legg Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49036?
9 public schools are located in 49036.
What percentage of students in 49036 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 49036 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49036?
49036 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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