For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 965 students in 49677, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49677, MI are Reed City Middle School and Gt Norman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49677 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49677, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49677, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reed City Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
233 W Church Ave
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-6174
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-6174
Gr: 5-8 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Gt Norman Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
338 W Lincoln Ave
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-5548
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-5548
Gr: PK-4 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
49677, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
225 West Church
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-5517
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-5517
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Reed City Community Education (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
829 S Chestnut Suite B
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-5517
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-5517
238 W. Lincoln Street
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-5572
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-5572
Gr: 4-5 | 234 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49677, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49677, MI include Reed City Middle School and Gt Norman Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49677?
3 public elementary schools are located in 49677.
What is the racial composition of students in 49677?
49677 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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