For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,097 students in 48809, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48809, MI are Woodview Elementary School and Belding Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48809 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48809, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48809, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodview Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
450 Orchard St
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4750
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4750
Gr: 3-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Belding Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
410 Ionia St
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4400
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4400
Gr: 6-8 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
100 W Ellis Ave
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4100
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4100
Gr: K-2 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
48809, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
850 Hall Street
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4646
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4646
Gr: AE
1975 Orchard Street
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4700
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4700
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
315 W. Washington Street
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4600
Belding, MI 48809
(616) 794-4600
Gr: PK | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48809, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48809, MI include Woodview Elementary School and Belding Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48809?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48809.
What is the racial composition of students in 48809?
48809 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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