For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,229 students in 49330, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49330, MI are Kent City Virtual Academy, Kent City High School and Kent City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49330 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49330, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49330, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kent City Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
351 N Main St
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Kent City High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
351 N Main St
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Gr: 6-12 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Kent City Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
29 College St
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4181
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4181
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Kent City Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
285 N Main St
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4214
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4214
Gr: 6-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
49330, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
29 College Street
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4181
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4181
Gr: PK-3 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49330, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49330, MI include Kent City Virtual Academy, Kent City High School and Kent City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49330?
4 public schools are located in 49330.
What is the racial composition of students in 49330?
49330 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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