For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,068 students in 49285, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49285, MI are Emma Smith Elementary School, Stockbridge Jrsr High School and Heritage School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49285 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49285, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49285, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emma Smith Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Price St
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 851-7735
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 851-7735
Gr: PK-2 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Stockbridge Jrsr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
416 N Clinton St
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 851-7770
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 851-7770
Gr: 7-12 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Heritage School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
222 Western St
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 851-8600
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 851-8600
Gr: 3-6 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
49285, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ingham Ecse Stockbridge Classroom Elementary School (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
100 Price Ave
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 244-1384
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 244-1384
Gr: PK-K
Stockbridge Alternative High School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
305 West Elizabeth St
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 851-7188
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 851-7188
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students
305 West Elizabeth St
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 851-8149
Stockbridge, MI 49285
(517) 851-8149
Gr: 6-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49285, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49285, MI include Emma Smith Elementary School, Stockbridge Jrsr High School and Heritage School.
How many public schools are located in 49285?
3 public schools are located in 49285.
What is the racial composition of students in 49285?
49285 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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