For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,094 students in 49506, MI (there are 11 private schools, serving 2,727 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in 49506, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49506, MI are East Grand Rapids High School, Lakeside School and East Grand Rapids Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49506 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49506, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49506, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Grand Rapids High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2211 Lake Dr Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7555
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7555
Gr: 9-12 | 908 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Lakeside School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2325 Hall St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7553
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7553
Gr: K-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
East Grand Rapids Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2425 Lake Dr Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7551
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7551
Gr: 6-8 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Breton Downs School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2500 Boston St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7552
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7552
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Wealthy School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1961 Lake Dr Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7550
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-7550
Gr: K-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Ottawa High Transition
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2055 Rosewood Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2900
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Congress Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
940 Baldwin St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2201
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2201
Gr: PK-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #88.
Mulick Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1761 Rosewood Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2810
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2810
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #99.
Ottawa Hills High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2055 Rosewood Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2900
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1010.
Campus Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
710 Benjamin Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2535
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2535
Gr: PK-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
49506, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Campus Early Childhood Center (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
1326 Thomas St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3522
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3522
Gr: PK-K
Early Childhood Center At Campus (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1326 Thomas Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3522
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3522
Gr: PK-K
1050 Iroquois Drive Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2640
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2640
Gr: 7-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Job Corps (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
110 Hall Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2676
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2676
Gr: Inquire with school | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
1761 Rosewood Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2810
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-2810
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Ottawa Community School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
2055 Rosewood Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3088
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3088
Gr: 10-12 | 25 students
Shawnee Park Oral-deaf Center (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
2036 Chesaning Dr Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3070
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3070
Gr: PK-11 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
2036 Chesaning Dr Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3062
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3062
Gr: K-5 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
1250 Sigsbee Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(661) 771-3111
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(661) 771-3111
Gr: K-6 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1250 Sigsbee St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3077
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 819-3077
Gr: K-5 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Southside Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2055 Rosewood Avenue Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 771-2912
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 771-2912
Gr: Inquire with school | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Woodcliff (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2915 Hall St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-3535
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-3535
Gr: PK
Woodcliff Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
2915 Hall St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-3535
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 235-3535
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49506, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49506, MI include East Grand Rapids High School, Lakeside School and East Grand Rapids Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49506?
11 public schools are located in 49506.
What percentage of students in 49506 go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in 49506 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49506?
49506 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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