For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 956 students in 49098, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49098, MI are Watervliet Middle School and North Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49098 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49098, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49098, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Watervliet Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 E Saint Joseph St
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0780
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0780
Gr: 6-8 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
North Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
287 West Baldwin Ave
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0824
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0824
Gr: 3-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
433 Lucinda Ln
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0820
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0820
Gr: PK-2 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49098, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49098, MI include Watervliet Middle School and North Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49098?
3 public elementary schools are located in 49098.
What is the racial composition of students in 49098?
49098 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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