For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 634 students in 49349, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49349, MI are White Cloud Elementary School and White Cloud Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49349 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49349, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49349, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
White Cloud Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
585 East Pine Hill St
White Cloud, MI 49349
(231) 689-2301
White Cloud, MI 49349
(231) 689-2301
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
White Cloud Junior High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
555 E Wilcox Ave
White Cloud, MI 49349
(231) 689-1705
White Cloud, MI 49349
(231) 689-1705
Gr: 6-8 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49349, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49349, MI include White Cloud Elementary School and White Cloud Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49349?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49349.
What is the racial composition of students in 49349?
49349 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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