For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,470 students in 49079, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49079, MI are Paw Paw Later Elementary School, Paw Paw Middle School and Cedar Street Community And Family Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49079 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49079, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49079, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paw Paw Later Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
612 W North St
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 415-5400
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 415-5400
Grades: 3-5
| 447 students
Rank: #22.
Paw Paw Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
313 W Michigan Ave
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 415-5500
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 415-5500
Grades: 6-8
| 461 students
Rank: #33.
Cedar Street Community And Family Center
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
555 Cedar St
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 415-5700
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 415-5700
Grades: 6-12
| 80 students
Rank: n/an/a
512 W North St
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 415-5300
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 415-5300
Grades: PK-2
| 482 students
49079, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
502 North Brown Street
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 657-8860
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 657-8860
Grades: PK
| n/a students
600 East Michigan Ave
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 415-5700
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 415-5700
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49079, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49079, MI include Paw Paw Later Elementary School, Paw Paw Middle School and Cedar Street Community And Family Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49079?
4 public elementary schools are located in 49079.
What is the racial composition of students in 49079?
49079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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