For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,961 students in 49331, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49331, MI are Murray Lake Elementary School, Lowell Middle School and Cherry Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49331 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49331, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49331, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Murray Lake Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3275 Alden Nash Ave Ne
Lowell, MI 49331
(616) 987-2750
Lowell, MI 49331
(616) 987-2750
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Lowell Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
750 Foreman St
Lowell, MI 49331
(616) 987-2800
Lowell, MI 49331
(616) 987-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Cherry Creek Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12675 Foreman St
Lowell, MI 49331
(616) 987-2700
Lowell, MI 49331
(616) 987-2700
Gr: 2-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
700 Elizabeth St
Lowell, MI 49331
(616) 987-2650
Lowell, MI 49331
(616) 987-2650
Gr: PK-1 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49331, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49331, MI include Murray Lake Elementary School, Lowell Middle School and Cherry Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49331?
4 public elementary schools are located in 49331.
What is the racial composition of students in 49331?
49331 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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