For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 966 students in 49329, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49329, MI are Link Learning Howard Citytri County, Tri County Senior High School and Tri County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49329 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49329, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49329, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Link Learning Howard Citytri County
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
412 E Edgerton St
Howard City, MI 49329
(616) 244-3547
Howard City, MI 49329
(616) 244-3547
Grades: 9-12
| 79 students
Rank: #22.
Tri County Senior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21338 Kendaville Rd
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4338
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4338
Grades: 9-12
| 518 students
Rank: #33.
Tri County Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21350 Kendaville Rd
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4318
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4318
Grades: 6-8
| 369 students
49329, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
412 E Edgerton St
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4391
Howard City, MI 49329
(231) 937-4391
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49329, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49329, MI include Link Learning Howard Citytri County, Tri County Senior High School and Tri County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49329?
3 public schools are located in 49329.
What is the racial composition of students in 49329?
49329 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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