For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,815 students in 49090, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 224 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 49090, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49090, MI are Way South Haven, South Haven High School and Lincoln School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49090 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49090, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49090, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Way South Haven
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 Veterans Dr
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
Gr: 8-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
South Haven High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Elkenburg St
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
Gr: 9-12 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Elkenburg St
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0540
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0540
Gr: PK-3 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Maple Grove Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
72399 12th Ave
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
Gr: PK-3 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
North Shore Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7320 N Shore Dr
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
Gr: 4-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Baseline Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7357 Baseline Rd
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0530
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0530
Gr: 6-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
49090, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
South Haven Alternative High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
554 Green Street
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0523
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0523
Gr: Inquire with school | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49090, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49090, MI include Way South Haven, South Haven High School and Lincoln School.
How many public schools are located in 49090?
6 public schools are located in 49090.
What percentage of students in 49090 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 49090 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49090?
49090 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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