For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,045 students in 49078, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 91 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 49078, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 49078, MI are Washington Street Elementary School, Dix Street Elementary School and Otsego High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49078 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49078, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 49078, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Street Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
538 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7800
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 439 students
Rank: #22.
Dix Street Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
503 Dix St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7703
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7703
Grades: PK-5
| 306 students
Rank: #33.
Otsego High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
550 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7403
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7403
Grades: 9-12
| 741 students
Rank: #44.
Otsego West Campus High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
570 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7403
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7403
Grades: 6-12
| 35 students
Rank: #55.
Otsego Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
540 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7500
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7500
Grades: 6-8
| 524 students
49078, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
485 18th St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7960
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7960
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49078, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49078, MI include Washington Street Elementary School, Dix Street Elementary School and Otsego High School.
How many public schools are located in 49078, MI?
5 public schools are located in 49078, MI.
What percentage of students in 49078, MI go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 49078, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49078, MI?
49078, MI public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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