For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 293 students in 49304, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49304, MI are Baldwin Elementary School and Baldwin 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 49304 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49304, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49304, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Baldwin Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 4th St
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-3261
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-3261
Grades: PK-5
| 204 students
Rank: #22.
Baldwin Junior High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 4th St
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4683
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4683
Grades: 6-8
| 89 students
49304, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Baldwin Alternative Education High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
525 Fourth Street
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4683
Baldwin, MI 49304
(231) 745-4683
Grades: 9-12
| 13 students
525 4th Street
Baldwin, MI 49304
(517) 759-5100
Baldwin, MI 49304
(517) 759-5100
Grades: K-12
| 40 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49304, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49304, MI include Baldwin Elementary School and Baldwin Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49304?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49304.
What is the racial composition of students in 49304?
49304 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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