For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 545 students in 49655, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49655, MI are Pine River Area Elementary School and Pine River Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49655 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49655, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49655, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pine River Area Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
408 W Gilbert St
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 768-4481
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 768-4481
Grades: PK-3
| 271 students
Rank: #22.
Pine River Area Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17445 Pine River Rd
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
Grades: 4-7
| 274 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49655, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49655, MI include Pine River Area Elementary School and Pine River Area Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49655?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49655.
What is the racial composition of students in 49655?
49655 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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