For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 784 students in 49265, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49265, MI are Onsted Elementary School and Onsted Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49265 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49265, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49265, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Onsted Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10109 Slee Rd
Onsted, MI 49265
(517) 467-7046
Onsted, MI 49265
(517) 467-7046
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Onsted Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10109 Slee Rd
Onsted, MI 49265
(517) 467-2168
Onsted, MI 49265
(517) 467-2168
Gr: 6-8 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
49265, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Onsted Alternative Ed. Program High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
102 West Second Street
Onsted, MI 49265
(517) 467-6394
Onsted, MI 49265
(517) 467-6394
Gr: 11-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Onsted Virtual High School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
10109 Slee Rd
Onsted, MI 49265
(517) 467-2171
Onsted, MI 49265
(517) 467-2171
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49265, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49265, MI include Onsted Elementary School and Onsted Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49265?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49265.
What is the racial composition of students in 49265?
49265 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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