For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,631 students in 49544, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49544, MI are Walker Charter Academy, Kenowa Hills Pathways High School and Kenowa Hills High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49544 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 49544, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 49544, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walker Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1801 3 Mile Rd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-2700
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-2700
Grades: K-8
| 711 students
Rank: #22.
Kenowa Hills Pathways High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3950 Hendershot Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 784-2511
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 784-2511
Grades: 9-12
| 91 students
Rank: #33.
Kenowa Hills High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3825 Hendershot Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 784-2400
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 784-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 989 students
Rank: #44.
Kenowa Hills Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3950 Hendershot Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-3225
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-3225
Grades: 6-8
| 650 students
Rank: #55.
Link Learning Kenowa Hills
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3233 Alpine Avenue Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 244-3547
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 244-3547
Grades: 9-12
| 190 students
49544, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Fairview Elementary School (Closed 2011)
Magnet School
2396 Hillside Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 363-3879
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 363-3879
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
9181 Kenowa Avenue Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 254-6170
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 254-6170
Grades: K-1
| 189 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49544, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49544, MI include Walker Charter Academy, Kenowa Hills Pathways High School and Kenowa Hills High School.
How many public schools are located in 49544, MI?
5 public schools are located in 49544, MI.
What is the racial composition of students in 49544, MI?
49544, MI public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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