For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,423 students in 49254, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 101 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 49254, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49254, MI are Michigan Center Jrsr High School and Keicher Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49254 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49254, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49254, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Michigan Center Jrsr High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 S State St
Michigan Center, MI 49254
(517) 764-1440
Michigan Center, MI 49254
(517) 764-1440
Gr: 7-12 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Keicher Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
137 Broad St
Michigan Center, MI 49254
(517) 764-5200
Michigan Center, MI 49254
(517) 764-5200
Gr: 1-6 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
4064 Page Ave
Michigan Center, MI 49254
(517) 764-5700
Michigan Center, MI 49254
(517) 764-5700
Gr: PK-2 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49254, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49254, MI include Michigan Center Jrsr High School and Keicher Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49254?
3 public schools are located in 49254.
What percentage of students in 49254 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 49254 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49254?
49254 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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