For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,320 students in 49544, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49544, MI are Walker Charter Academy and Kenowa Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49544 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49544, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49544, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walker Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1801 3 Mile Rd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-2700
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-2700
Gr: K-8 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Kenowa Hills Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3950 Hendershot Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-3225
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-3225
Gr: 6-8 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
49544, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2396 Hillside Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 363-3879
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 363-3879
Gr: K-4
9181 Kenowa Avenue Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 254-6170
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 254-6170
Gr: K-1 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49544, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49544, MI include Walker Charter Academy and Kenowa Hills Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49544?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49544.
What is the racial composition of students in 49544?
49544 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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