For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 267 students in 49096, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 49096, MI is Maplewood School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 49096 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49096, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49096, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maplewood School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
170 Seminary St
Vermontville, MI 49096
(517) 726-0600
Vermontville, MI 49096
(517) 726-0600
Gr: 3-6 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49096, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49096, MI include Maplewood School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49096?
1 public elementary schools are located in 49096.
What is the racial composition of students in 49096?
49096 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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