For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,543 students in 49107, MI (there are , serving 36 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 49107, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49107, MI are Moccasin Elementary School, Buchanan High School and Buchanan Step Up. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49107 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49107, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49107, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Moccasin Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
410 Moccasin St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8408
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8408
Grades: 2-4
| 366 students
Rank: #22.
Buchanan High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 W Chicago St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8403
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8403
Grades: 8-12
| 524 students
Rank: #33.
Buchanan Step Up
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 W Chicago St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Grades: K-12
| 26 students
Rank: #44.
Buchanan Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
610 W 4th St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8406
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8406
Grades: 5-7
| 345 students
Rank: #55.
Ottawa Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
109 Ottawa St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8409
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8409
Grades: PK-1
| 228 students
Rank: #66.
Buchanan Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 W Chicago St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Grades: K-12
| 54 students
49107, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
502 Claremont St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8407
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8407
Grades: K-5
| 169 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49107, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49107, MI include Moccasin Elementary School, Buchanan High School and Buchanan Step Up.
How many public schools are located in 49107?
6 public schools are located in 49107.
What percentage of students in 49107 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 49107 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49107?
49107 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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