For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 693 students in 49053, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49053, MI are Galesburgaugusta Primary School and Galesburgaugusta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49053 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49053, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49053, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Galesburgaugusta Primary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 W Battle Creek St
Galesburg, MI 49053
(269) 484-2040
Galesburg, MI 49053
(269) 484-2040
Gr: PK-4 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Galesburgaugusta High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1076 N 37th St
Galesburg, MI 49053
(269) 484-2010
Galesburg, MI 49053
(269) 484-2010
Gr: 9-12 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education
Alternative School
1076 N 37th St
Galesburg, MI 49053
(269) 484-2010
Galesburg, MI 49053
(269) 484-2010
Gr: 6-12 | 31 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49053, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49053, MI include Galesburgaugusta Primary School and Galesburgaugusta High School.
How many public schools are located in 49053?
3 public schools are located in 49053.
What is the racial composition of students in 49053?
49053 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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