Best 49288 Michigan Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 205 students in 49288, MI.
The top-ranked public school in 49288, MI is Waldron Area Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 49288 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49288, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 49288, MI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waldron Area Schools
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
13380 Waldron Rd
Waldron, MI 49288
(517) 286-6251
Gr: K-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 49288, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49288, MI include Waldron Area Schools.
How many public schools are located in 49288?
1 public schools are located in 49288.
What is the racial composition of students in 49288?
49288 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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