For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,166 students in 49456, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 224 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 49456, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49456, MI are Holmes Elementary School, Jeffers Elementary School and Lake Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49456 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49456, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49456, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
426 River St
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5504
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5504
Gr: PK-4 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Jeffers Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16031 144th Ave
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5503
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5503
Gr: PK-4 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Lake Hills Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
18181 Dogwood Dr
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 850-5600
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 850-5600
Gr: PK-4 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Spring Lake Intermediate School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
345 Hammond St
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-6845
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-6845
Gr: 5-9 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Spring Lake Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
345 Hammond St
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5502
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5502
Gr: 7-8 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
Spring Lake High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16140 148th Ave
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5501
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5501
Gr: 9-12 | 795 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #77.
Walden Green Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17339 Roosevelt Rd
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 842-4523
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 842-4523
Gr: K-8 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #88.
Spring Lake Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14707 Leonard Rd
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 847-7587
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 847-7587
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #99.
West Mi Academy Of Arts And Academics
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17350 Hazel St
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 844-9961
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 844-9961
Gr: K-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49456, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49456, MI include Holmes Elementary School, Jeffers Elementary School and Lake Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49456?
9 public schools are located in 49456.
What percentage of students in 49456 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 49456 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49456?
49456 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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