For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,094 students in 49444, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49444, MI are Beach Elementary School, Shettler School and Dr Martin Luther King Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49444 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49444, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49444, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beach Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2741 Heights Ravenna Rd
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 773-8996
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 773-8996
Gr: K-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Shettler School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2187 Shettler Rd
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 737-7595
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 737-7595
Gr: PK-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Dr Martin Luther King Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
55 E Sherman Blvd
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3600
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3600
Gr: 3-6 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 60:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Muskegon Heights Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2441 Sanford St
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3700
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3700
Gr: 7-12 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Brooks Correctional Facility
Alternative School
2500 S Sheridan Dr
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 773-9200
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 773-9200
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Edgewood Elementary Academy
Charter School
3028 Howden St
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3280
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3280
Gr: PK-2 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
49444, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
160 E. Barney Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3350
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3350
Gr: K-6 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
3028 Howden St
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3221
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3221
Gr: 2-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
2301 6th St
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3400
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3400
Gr: K-5 | 218 students Minority enrollment: 96%
3001 Jefferson Street
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3300
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3300
Gr: Inquire with school | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
600 East Barney Ave
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3450
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3450
Gr: K-1 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
600 East Barney
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3450
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3450
Gr: K-1
Muskegon Heights Adultcomm. Ed. High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
160 East Barney Ave
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3350
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3350
Gr: 8-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
55 East Sherman Blvd
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3221
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 830-3221
Gr: 6-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1442 E. Broadway Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 720-2400
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 720-2400
Gr: K-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
2140 Valley Street
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 722-7118
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 722-7118
Gr: K-8 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
West Shoreline Correctional Facility Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
2500 South Sheridan Dr
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 773-1122
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 773-1122
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49444, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49444, MI include Beach Elementary School, Shettler School and Dr Martin Luther King Academy.
How many public schools are located in 49444?
6 public schools are located in 49444.
What is the racial composition of students in 49444?
49444 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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