For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 35 students in 49639, MI.
The top-ranked public school in 49639, MI is Lighthouse Academy Eagle Village. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 49639 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49639, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49639, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lighthouse Academy Eagle Village
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4507 170th Ave
Hersey, MI 49639
(616) 305-6681
Hersey, MI 49639
(616) 305-6681
Gr: K-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
49639, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ashmun School @ Eagle Village (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4507 170th Ave
Hersey, MI 49639
(231) 832-5585
Hersey, MI 49639
(231) 832-5585
Gr: 3-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
400 S. Division Street
Hersey, MI 49639
(231) 832-5191
Hersey, MI 49639
(231) 832-5191
Gr: K | 115 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49639, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49639, MI include Lighthouse Academy Eagle Village.
How many public schools are located in 49639?
1 public schools are located in 49639.
What is the racial composition of students in 49639?
49639 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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