Best 49043 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 228 students in 49043, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49043, MI are Covert Elementary School and Covert Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49043 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49043, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best 49043, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Covert Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
35323 M 140 Hwy
Covert, MI 49043
(269) 764-3739
Gr: PK-5 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Covert Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
35323 M 140 Hwy
Covert, MI 49043
(269) 764-3739
Gr: 6-8 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49043, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49043, MI include Covert Elementary School and Covert Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49043?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49043.
What is the racial composition of students in 49043?
49043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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