For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,192 students in 49420, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 124 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 49420, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49420, MI are Hart Middle School, Spitler Elementary School and Hart High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49420 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49420, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49420, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hart Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
308 Johnson St W
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-6320
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-6320
Gr: 5-8 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Spitler Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
302 Johnson St W
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-6340
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-6340
Gr: K-4 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Hart High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 Johnson St W
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-5691
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-5691
Gr: 9-12 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49420, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49420, MI include Hart Middle School, Spitler Elementary School and Hart High School.
How many public schools are located in 49420?
3 public schools are located in 49420.
What percentage of students in 49420 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 49420 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49420?
49420 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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