For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,418 students in Plainwell, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Plainwell, MI are Gilkey Elementary School, Plainwell Middle School and Starr Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Plainwell, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Plainwell have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Plainwell, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gilkey Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
707 S Woodhams St
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2424
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2424
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Plainwell Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
720 Brigham St
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-5813
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-5813
Gr: 6-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Starr Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 School Dr
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-5835
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-5835
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Plainwell, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Michigan Career And Technical Institute High School (Closed 2010)
Vocational School
11611 Pine Lake Rd
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 664-4461
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 664-4461
Gr: 9-12
Plainwell Young Adult Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
101 1/2 S. Main Street
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2095
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2095
Gr: Inquire with school | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Plainwell, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Plainwell, MI include Gilkey Elementary School, Plainwell Middle School and Starr Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Plainwell?
3 public elementary schools are located in Plainwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Plainwell?
Plainwell public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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