Top 5 Best 49348 Michigan Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,426 students in 49348, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 62 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 49348, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49348, MI are Pine Street Elementary School, Career Connections Academy and Wayland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49348 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49348, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 49348, MI Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pine Street Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
201 Pine St
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-1127
Grades: 4-5
| 390 students
Rank: #22.
Career Connections Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
870 E Superior St
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2254
Grades: 9-12
| 52 students
Rank: #33.
Wayland High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
870 E Superior St
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2254
Grades: 9-12
| 814 students
Rank: #44.
Wayland Union Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
701 Wildcat Dr
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2306
Grades: 5-8
| 617 students
Rank: #55.
Rj Steeby School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
435 E Superior St
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2281
Grades: 2-3
| 240 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bessie B Baker School
507 W Sycamore St
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-9208
Grades: PK-1
| 313 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 49348 Michigan

49348, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
3400 Second Street
Wayland, MI 49348
(517) 325-6348
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
118 West Superior St
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 673-2167
Grades: Inquire with school
| 6 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 49348, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49348, MI include Pine Street Elementary School, Career Connections Academy and Wayland High School.
How many public schools are located in 49348?
6 public schools are located in 49348.
What percentage of students in 49348 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 49348 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49348?
49348 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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