For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,163 students in 49341, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 507 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 49341, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49341, MI are Valley View Elementary School, Rockford Spanish Immersion and Crestwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49341 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49341, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49341, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
405 Summit Ave Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6366
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6366
Gr: K-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Rockford Spanish Immersion
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3900 Kroes St Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6374
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6374
Gr: K-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6350 Courtland Dr Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6346
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6346
Gr: K-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6849 Young Ave Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6340
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6340
Gr: K-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Meadow Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8100 Courtland Dr Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6342
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6342
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Roguewood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3900 Kroes St Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6374
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6374
Gr: K-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #77.
North Rockford Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
397 E Division St
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6300
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 908 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #88.
Rockford High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4100 Kroes St Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6030
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6030
Gr: 9-12 | 1,750 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #99.
East Rockford Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8615 9 Mile Rd Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6140
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6140
Gr: 6-8 | 788 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Cannonsburg Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4894 Sturgis Ave Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6344
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6344
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
156 Lewis St
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6360
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6360
Gr: PK-5 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #1212.
River Valley Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
350 N Main St
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6324
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6324
Gr: 9-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
9605 Edgerton Ave Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6557
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6557
Gr: PK-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
4500 Kroes St Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6348
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6348
Gr: 9 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
49341, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Rfc Alternative Education Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
4100 Kroes
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6348
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6348
Gr: 9 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49341, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49341, MI include Valley View Elementary School, Rockford Spanish Immersion and Crestwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49341?
14 public schools are located in 49341.
What percentage of students in 49341 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 49341 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49341?
49341 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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