For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,087 students in 49251, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49251, MI are Leslie High School, Woodworth Elementary School and Leslie Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49251 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49251, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49251, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leslie High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4141 Hull Rd
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Gr: 9-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Woodworth Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
212 Pennsylvania St
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-5151
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-5151
Gr: PK-4 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Leslie Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Kimball St
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-8218
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-8218
Gr: 5-8 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Ingham Virtual High School
Alternative School
4141 Hull Rd
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Gr: 9-12 | 29 students Minority enrollment: 7%
49251, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Leslie Alternative Education Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
4141 Hull Rd
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Gr: 7-12
White Pine Academy (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
510 Russell St
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-8961
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-8961
Gr: K-8 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49251, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49251, MI include Leslie High School, Woodworth Elementary School and Leslie Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49251?
4 public schools are located in 49251.
What is the racial composition of students in 49251?
49251 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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