For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 174 students in West Olive, MI.
The top ranked public school in West Olive, MI is Sheldon Woods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Olive, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in West Olive have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in West Olive, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheldon Woods Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15050 Blair St
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-1700
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
12120 Fillmore St
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-4130
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-4130
Gr: 3-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in West Olive, MI?
The top ranked public schools in West Olive, MI include Sheldon Woods Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in West Olive?
2 public schools are located in West Olive.
What is the racial composition of students in West Olive?
West Olive public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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