For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 648 students in 48897, MI.
The top-ranked public school in 48897, MI is Lakewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48897 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48897, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48897, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8669 Brown Rd
Woodland, MI 48897
(616) 374-2400
Woodland, MI 48897
(616) 374-2400
Gr: 5-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
223 W Broadway St
Woodland, MI 48897
(269) 367-4935
Woodland, MI 48897
(269) 367-4935
Gr: PK-K | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
48897, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lakewood Learning Center (Leap) (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
223 W. Braodway
Woodland, MI 48897
(269) 367-4430
Woodland, MI 48897
(269) 367-4430
Gr: 8-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
223 West Broadway St
Woodland, MI 48897
(616) 367-4935
Woodland, MI 48897
(616) 367-4935
Gr: K-5 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48897, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48897, MI include Lakewood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48897?
2 public schools are located in 48897.
What is the racial composition of students in 48897?
48897 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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