For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 461 students in 48849, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 48849, MI is Lakewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 48849 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48849, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48849, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 elementary schools in 48849, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48849, MI include Lakewood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48849?
1 public elementary schools are located in 48849.
What is the racial composition of students in 48849?
48849 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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