For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,567 students in 49337, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 15 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 49337, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49337, MI are Newaygo High School, Newaygo Elementary School and Newaygo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49337 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49337, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49337, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newaygo High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 East St
Newaygo, MI 49337
(231) 652-1646
Newaygo, MI 49337
(231) 652-1646
Gr: 9-12 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Newaygo Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
29 Post St
Newaygo, MI 49337
(231) 652-2100
Newaygo, MI 49337
(231) 652-2100
Gr: PK-4 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Newaygo Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
850 76th St
Newaygo, MI 49337
(231) 652-1285
Newaygo, MI 49337
(231) 652-1285
Gr: 5-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49337, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49337, MI include Newaygo High School, Newaygo Elementary School and Newaygo Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49337?
3 public schools are located in 49337.
What percentage of students in 49337 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 49337 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49337?
49337 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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