For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 934 students in 48849, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 82 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 48849, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48849, MI are Lakewood High School and Lakewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48849 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48849, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48849, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7223 Velte Rd
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 374-8868
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 374-8868
Gr: 8-12 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
812 Washington Blvd
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 374-8842
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 374-8842
Gr: 1-4 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48849, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48849, MI include Lakewood High School and Lakewood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48849?
2 public schools are located in 48849.
What percentage of students in 48849 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 48849 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48849?
48849 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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