For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,277 students in 49261, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49261, MI are Ackerson High School, Ezra Eby Elementary School and Napoleon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49261 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49261, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49261, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ackerson High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
121 W Brooklyn Rd
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5718
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5718
Grades: 9-12
| 83 students
Rank: #22.
Ezra Eby Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
220 West
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5717
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5717
Grades: PK-5
| 543 students
Rank: #33.
Napoleon Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
204 West
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5718
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 905-5718
Grades: 6-8
| 296 students
Rank: #44.
Napoleon High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 West
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 536-8667
Napoleon, MI 49261
(517) 536-8667
Grades: 9-12
| 355 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49261, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49261, MI include Ackerson High School, Ezra Eby Elementary School and Napoleon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49261?
4 public schools are located in 49261.
What is the racial composition of students in 49261?
49261 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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