For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,341 students in 49071, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49071, MI are Mattawan Later Elementary School and Mattawan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49071 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49071, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49071, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mattawan Later Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
56720 Murray St
Mattawan, MI 49071
(269) 668-3361
Mattawan, MI 49071
(269) 668-3361
Gr: 3-5 | 812 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Mattawan Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
56720 Murray St
Mattawan, MI 49071
(269) 668-3361
Mattawan, MI 49071
(269) 668-3361
Gr: 6-8 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
56720 Murray St
Mattawan, MI 49071
(269) 668-3361
Mattawan, MI 49071
(269) 668-3361
Gr: PK-2 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
49071, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mattawan Alternative Ed (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
56720 Murray St
Mattawan, MI 49071
(269) 668-3361
Mattawan, MI 49071
(269) 668-3361
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49071, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49071, MI include Mattawan Later Elementary School and Mattawan Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49071?
3 public elementary schools are located in 49071.
What is the racial composition of students in 49071?
49071 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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