For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,587 students in Jenison, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 773 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Jenison, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%). Jenison has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Michigan.
The top ranked public schools in Jenison, MI are Bauerwood School, Jia Elementary School and Rosewood School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jenison, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Jenison have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Jenison, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bauerwood School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1443 Bauer Rd
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-1408
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-1408
Grades: K-6
| 503 students
Rank: #22.
Jia Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
800 Connie St
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-8477
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-8477
Grades: K-5
| 53 students
Rank: #33.
Rosewood School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2370 Tyler St
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 669-0011
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 669-0011
Grades: K-6
| 483 students
Rank: #44.
Pinewood School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2405 Chippewa St
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-1407
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-1407
Grades: K-6
| 335 students
Rank: #55.
Jenison High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2140 Bauer Rd
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-3400
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-3400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,470 students
Rank: #66.
Sandy Hill School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1990 Baldwin St
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-1404
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-1404
Grades: K-6
| 422 students
Rank: #77.
Jenison Junior High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8295 20th Ave
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-1402
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-1402
Grades: 7-8
| 769 students
Rank: #88.
Bursley School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1195 Port Sheldon St
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-2200
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-2200
Grades: K-6
| 402 students
Rank: #99.
Jenison Innovation Academy
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Connie St
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-8477
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-8477
Grades: 6-12
| 150 students
Jenison, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
800 Connie St.
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-8477
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 457-8477
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Jenison, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Jenison, MI include Bauerwood School, Jia Elementary School and Rosewood School. Jenison has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Michigan.
How many public schools are located in Jenison?
9 public schools are located in Jenison.
What percentage of students in Jenison go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Jenison are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Jenison?
Jenison public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Jenison are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Jenison include: Pinewood School vs. Jenison High School
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