For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,027 students in 49649, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49649, MI are Kingsley Area Middle School and Kingsley Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49649 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49649, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49649, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kingsley Area Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
403 Blair St
Kingsley, MI 49649
(231) 263-5261
Kingsley, MI 49649
(231) 263-5261
Grades: 5-8
| 483 students
Rank: #22.
Kingsley Area Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
311 Clark St
Kingsley, MI 49649
(231) 263-5261
Kingsley, MI 49649
(231) 263-5261
Grades: PK-4
| 544 students
49649, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Pugsley Correctional Facility Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
7401 Walton Rd
Kingsley, MI 49649
(231) 263-5253
Kingsley, MI 49649
(231) 263-5253
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49649, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49649, MI include Kingsley Area Middle School and Kingsley Area Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49649?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49649.
What is the racial composition of students in 49649?
49649 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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