For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,936 students in 49512, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49512, MI are West Michigan Aviation Academy, Excel Charter Academy and Endeavor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49512 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49512, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49512, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Michigan Aviation Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5363 44th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 446-8886
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 446-8886
Gr: 9-12 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Excel Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4201 Breton Rd Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 281-9339
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 281-9339
Gr: K-12 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Endeavor Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5757 East Paris Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 554-5241
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 554-5241
Gr: PK-5 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Crestwood Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2674 44th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 455-1200
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 455-1200
Gr: 6-8 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Prepnet Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3850 Broadmoor Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 222-1700
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 222-1700
Gr: K-12 | 1,136 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Lighthouse Academy South Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3300 36th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 949-2287
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 949-2287
Gr: K-12 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
49512, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hamilton Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3303 Breton Road Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 493-5693
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 493-5693
Gr: PK
3303 Breton Road Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 245-2203
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 245-2203
Gr: K-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Prepnet Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3834 52nd St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 929-1326
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 929-1326
Gr: K-12
Wedgwood Campus (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
3300 36th Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 831-5609
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 831-5609
Gr: 3-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49512, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49512, MI include West Michigan Aviation Academy, Excel Charter Academy and Endeavor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49512?
6 public schools are located in 49512.
What is the racial composition of students in 49512?
49512 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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