For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public elementary schools serving 5,479 students in 49442, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49442, MI are Wesley School, Lakeshore Learning Center and Oakridge Lower Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49442 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49442, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49442, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wesley School
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
915 Wesley Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-9158
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-9158
Gr: PK-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Lakeshore Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Wesley Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-0534
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-0534
Gr: K-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Oakridge Lower Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
120 N Park St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7608
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7608
Gr: PK-4 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Oakridge Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
251 S Wolf Lake Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7400
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7400
Gr: 3-12 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #55.
Three Oaks Public School Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1212 Kingsley St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-3365
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-3365
Gr: PK-6 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Oakridge Upper Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
481 S Wolf Lake Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7508
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 788-7508
Gr: 1-6 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #77.
Cardinal Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2310 Marquette Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1700
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1700
Gr: K-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Timberland Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2574 Mclaughlin Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-9700
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-9700
Gr: K-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #99.
Orchard View Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
35 S Sheridan Dr
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1500
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1500
Gr: 5-9 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #1010.
Charles Hackley Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
180 E Laketon Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3000
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1111.
Marquette Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
480 Bennett St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2600
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1212.
Oakview Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1420 Madison St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2450
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-2450
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academy The Port
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
205 E Apple Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7248
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7248
Gr: 5-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Muskegon Maritime Academy
Charter School
571 E Apple Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 724-7577
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 724-7577
Gr: PK-5 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Orchard View Early Elementary School
Magnet School
2820 Macarthur Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1850
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 760-1850
Gr: PK-1 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49442, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49442, MI include Wesley School, Lakeshore Learning Center and Oakridge Lower Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49442?
15 public elementary schools are located in 49442.
What is the racial composition of students in 49442?
49442 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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