For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,431 students in 49802, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49802, MI are Dickinsoniron Special Education, Woodland Elementary School and Kingsford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49802 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49802, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49802, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dickinsoniron Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1074 Pyle Dr
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2692
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2692
Gr: PK-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Woodland Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2000 W Pyle Dr
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2685
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2685
Gr: K-4 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Kingsford Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
445 Hamilton Ave
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2680
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 779-2680
Gr: 5-8 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
49802, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
245 North Balsam St
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 776-8150
Kingsford, MI 49802
(906) 776-8150
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49802, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49802, MI include Dickinsoniron Special Education, Woodland Elementary School and Kingsford Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49802?
3 public elementary schools are located in 49802.
What is the racial composition of students in 49802?
49802 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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