For the 2024 school year, there are 15 public elementary schools serving 5,747 students in 49442, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49442, MI are Wesley School, Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center and Oakridge Lower Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49442 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49442, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49442, MI Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wesley School
Special Education School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
915 Wesley Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-9158
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-9158
Grades: PK-12
| 115 students
Rank: #22.
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 E Apple Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7248
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7248
Grades: 5-12
| 14 students
Rank: #33.
Oakridge Lower Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
120 N Park
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7608
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7608
Grades: PK-7
| 582 students
Rank: #44.
Lakeshore Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Wesley Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-0534
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-0534
Grades: K-12
| 26 students
Rank: #55.
Oakridge Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
251 South Wolf Lake Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7400
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7400
Grades: 1-12
| 306 students
Rank: #66.
Oakridge Upper Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
481 South Wolf Lake Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7508
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7508
Grades: 1-6
| 423 students
Rank: #77.
Cardinal Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2310 Marquette Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1700
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1700
Grades: K-5
| 619 students
Rank: #88.
Orchard View Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
35 South Sheridan Dr
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1500
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1500
Grades: 5-10
| 457 students
Rank: #99.
Timberland Academy
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2574 Mclaughlin Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-9700
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-9700
Grades: K-8
| 623 students
Rank: #1010.
Moon Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1826 Hoyt St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2700
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 272 students
Rank: #1111.
Three Oaks Public School Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1212 Kingsley St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-3365
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-3365
Grades: PK-6
| 353 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Marquette Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
480 Bennett St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2600
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2600
Grades: PK-5
| 522 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Oakview Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1420 Madison St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2450
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2450
Grades: PK-5
| 304 students
Rank: #1414.
Muskegon Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1150 Amity Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3000
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3000
Grades: 6-8
| 762 students
Rank: n/an/a
Orchard View Early Elementary School
Magnet School
2820 Macarthur Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1850
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1850
Grades: PK-1
| 369 students
49442, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
571 E. Apple Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2100
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2100
Grades: K-5
| 289 students
221 S Quarterline Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7204
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7204
Grades: 11-12
| 99 students
Jolman School (Closed 2008)
Magnet School
2389 E. Laketon Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1900
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1900
Grades: 2-5
| 367 students
Maisd Early On Program (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
630 Harvey St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7250
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7250
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Marquette High School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
480 Bennett Street
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2611
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2611
Grades: PK-5
| 83 students
Mcec High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
571 East Apple Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2530
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2530
Grades: 9-12
| 250 students
125 Catherine Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2750
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2750
Grades: PK-5
| 255 students
North-east Education Center (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1001 E. Wesley Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49442
(616) 773-0534
Muskegon, MI 49442
(616) 773-0534
Grades: K-12
| 25 students
1050 Carr Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7608
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7608
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Orchard View Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
35 South Sheridan Dr
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1350
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1350
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Orchard View Elementary School (Closed 2008)
Magnet School
1074 Shonat Street
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1700
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1700
Grades: 2-5
| 468 students
Waypoint Academy (Closed 2014)
Charter School
2900 East Apple Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 777-4972
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 777-4972
Grades: 6-12
| 229 students
You Turn Program High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1352 Terrace St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7250
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7250
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49442, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49442, MI include Wesley School, Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center and Oakridge Lower Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49442, MI?
15 public elementary schools are located in 49442, MI.
What is the racial composition of students in 49442, MI?
49442, MI public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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