For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 3,741 students in 49504, MI (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,985 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 49504, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49504, MI are John Ball Park Zoo School, Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School and Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49504 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49504, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49504, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Ball Park Zoo School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1300 Fulton St W
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3344
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3344
Gr: 6 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1460 Laughlin Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2250
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2250
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
272 Pearl St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3600
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Kent Education Centeroakleigh
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2223 Gordon St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 410-4675
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 410-4675
Gr: K-8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Union High Transition
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Tremont Blvd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1417 Covell Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2550
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2550
Gr: 6-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Shawmut Hills School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2550 Burritt St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3055
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3055
Gr: PK-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #88.
Westwood Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1525 Mount Mercy Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3322
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3322
Gr: 6-8 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #99.
Union High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Tremont Blvd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Gr: 9-12 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1010.
Sibley School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
943 Sibley St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3100
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1111.
Harrison Park Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1440 Davis Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2565
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2565
Gr: PK-8 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Newcomers Community School
Alternative School
1800 Tremont Blvd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3160
Gr: 9-12 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 52:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49504, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49504, MI include John Ball Park Zoo School, Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School and Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49504?
13 public schools are located in 49504.
What percentage of students in 49504 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 49504 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49504?
49504 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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