For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,080 students in 49444, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49444, MI are Beach Elementary School, Shettler School and Dr Martin Luther King Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49444 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49444, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49444, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beach Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2741 Heights Ravenna Rd
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 773-8996
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 773-8996
Gr: K-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Shettler School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2187 Shettler Rd
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 737-7595
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 737-7595
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Dr Martin Luther King Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
55 E Sherman Blvd
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3600
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3600
Gr: 3-5 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Muskegon Heights Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2441 Sanford St
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3700
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3700
Gr: 6-12 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Edgewood Elementary Academy
Charter School
3028 Howden St
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3280
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3280
Gr: PK-2 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49444, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49444, MI include Beach Elementary School, Shettler School and Dr Martin Luther King Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49444?
5 public elementary schools are located in 49444.
What is the racial composition of students in 49444?
49444 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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