For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 593 students in 49245, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49245, MI are Lillian Fletcher Elementary School and Homer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49245 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49245, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49245, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lillian Fletcher Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
291 W Fulton St
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4452
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4452
Gr: K-4 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Homer Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
403 S Hillsdale St
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4456
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4456
Gr: 5-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
49245, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Homer Comm. Alt. Education High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
403 South Hillsdale St
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4464
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4464
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49245, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49245, MI include Lillian Fletcher Elementary School and Homer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49245?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49245.
What is the racial composition of students in 49245?
49245 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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