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Top 5 Best 49504 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 2,412 students in 49504, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49504, MI are John Ball Park Zoo School, Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School and Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49504 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49504, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best 49504, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Ball Park Zoo School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1300 Fulton St W
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3344
Grades: 6
| 57 students
Rank: #22.
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1460 Laughlin Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2250
Grades: PK-5
| 480 students
Rank: #33.
Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
272 Pearl St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3600
Grades: 6-8
| 169 students
Rank: #44.
Kent Education Centeroakleigh
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2223 Gordon St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 410-4675
Grades: K-8
| 39 students
Rank: #55.
Shawmut Hills School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2550 Burritt St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3055
Grades: PK-8
| 290 students
Rank: #66.
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1417 Covell Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2550
Grades: 6-12
| 336 students
Rank: #77.
Sibley School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
943 Sibley St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3100
Grades: PK-5
| 247 students
Rank: #88.
Westwood Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1525 Mount Mercy Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3322
Grades: 6-8
| 189 students
Rank: #99.
Harrison Park Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1440 Davis Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2565
Grades: PK-8
| 605 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 49504 Michigan

49504, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy Of Design And Construction (Closed 2014)
1800 Tremont Blvd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3150
Grades: 9-12
| 111 students
Bimaadiziwin School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
45 Lexington Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2797
Grades: Inquire with school
| 107 students
Covell Elementary School (Closed 2014)
1417 Covell Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2411
Grades: K-5
| 250 students
Harrison Park Elementary School (Closed 2014)
1440 Davis Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2565
Grades: PK-8
| 890 students
Northwest Career Pathways Elementary School (Closed 2011)
1138 Pine Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2702
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Stocking Elementary School (Closed 2024)
863 7th St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3130
Grades: PK-5
| 161 students
Straight School (Closed 2007)
850 Chatham Street Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3140
Grades: PK-1
| 173 students
West Leonard Early Childhood Center (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
1351 Leonard St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3195
Grades: K
| 1 students
West Leonard School (Closed 2004)
1351 Leonard Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 771-3230
Grades: K-6
| 161 students
The West Middle A.i. (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
45 Lexington Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3297
Grades: PK-12
| 7 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49504, MI?
How many public elementary schools are located in 49504?
9 public elementary schools are located in 49504.
What is the racial composition of students in 49504?
49504 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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