For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,677 students in 49068, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49068, MI are Hughes Elementary School, Walters Elementary School and Calhoun County Juvenile Home. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49068 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49068, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49068, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hughes Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
103 W Hughes St
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1275
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1275
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Walters Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
705 N Marshall Ave
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Calhoun County Juvenile Home
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14555 18 12 Mile Rd
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 789-3507
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 789-3507
Gr: 4-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Marshall High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 N Marshall Ave
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1252
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1252
Gr: 9-12 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 N Gordon St
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1271
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1271
Gr: PK-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
Mar Lee School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21236 H Dr N
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-5412
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-5412
Gr: K-8 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #77.
Marshall Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 E Green St
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1251
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1251
Gr: 6-8 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #88.
Marshall Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18203 Homer Rd
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-6330
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-6330
Gr: K-12 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
49068, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 E. Green Street
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1298
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1298
Gr: 4-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
705 N. Marshall Avenue
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Gr: K-4 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49068, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49068, MI include Hughes Elementary School, Walters Elementary School and Calhoun County Juvenile Home.
How many public schools are located in 49068?
8 public schools are located in 49068.
What is the racial composition of students in 49068?
49068 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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