For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,303 students in 49319, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 27 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 49319, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49319, MI are Cedar Springs High School, New Beginnings Alternative High School and Beach Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49319 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49319, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49319, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Springs High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-1200
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 952 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
New Beginnings Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-1203
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-1203
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Beach Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-0350
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-0350
Gr: 2-3 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Cedar Springs Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4873 16 Mile Rd Ne
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9100
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9100
Gr: 6-8 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Cedar View Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9102
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9102
Gr: 4-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Creative Technologies Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 Pine St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-4905
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-4905
Gr: PK-12 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Cedar Springs Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9884
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9884
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
204 E Muskegon St
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9884
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-9884
Gr: PK-1 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49319, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49319, MI include Cedar Springs High School, New Beginnings Alternative High School and Beach Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49319?
8 public schools are located in 49319.
What percentage of students in 49319 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 49319 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49319?
49319 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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