For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,908 students in 49068, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49068, MI are Hughes Elementary School, Walters Elementary School and Calhoun County Juvenile Home. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49068 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49068, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49068, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hughes Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
103 W Hughes St
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1275
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1275
Grades: PK-5
| 266 students
Rank: #22.
Walters Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
705 N Marshall Ave
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Grades: PK-5
| 293 students
Rank: #33.
Calhoun County Juvenile Home
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14555 18 12 Mile Rd
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 789-3507
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 789-3507
Grades: 4-12
| 12 students
Rank: #44.
Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 N Gordon St
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1271
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1271
Grades: PK-5
| 247 students
Rank: #55.
Mar Lee School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21236 H Dr N
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-5412
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-5412
Grades: K-8
| 299 students
Rank: #66.
Marshall Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 E Green St
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1251
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1251
Grades: 6-8
| 542 students
Rank: #77.
Marshall Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18203 Homer Rd
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-6330
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-6330
Grades: K-12
| 249 students
49068, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 E. Green Street
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1298
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1298
Grades: 4-5
| 329 students
705 N. Marshall Avenue
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Grades: K-4
| 367 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49068, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49068, MI include Hughes Elementary School, Walters Elementary School and Calhoun County Juvenile Home.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49068?
7 public elementary schools are located in 49068.
What is the racial composition of students in 49068?
49068 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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