For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,337 students in 49512, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49512, MI are Excel Charter Academy, Endeavor Elementary School and Crestwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49512 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49512, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49512, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Excel Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4201 Breton Rd Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 281-9339
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 281-9339
Gr: PK-12 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Endeavor Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5757 East Paris Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 554-5241
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 554-5241
Gr: K-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Crestwood Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2674 44th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 455-1200
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 455-1200
Gr: 6-8 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Prepnet Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3850 Broadmoor Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(313) 296-1499
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(313) 296-1499
Gr: K-12 | 1,080 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Lighthouse Academy South Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3300 36th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 949-2287
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 949-2287
Gr: K-12 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49512, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49512, MI include Excel Charter Academy, Endeavor Elementary School and Crestwood Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49512?
5 public elementary schools are located in 49512.
What is the racial composition of students in 49512?
49512 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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