For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 510 students in 49651, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 49651, MI is Lake City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 49651 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49651, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49651, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake City Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5534 W Davis Rd
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Gr: K-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
49651, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lake City Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
251 Russell Street
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Gr: 6-12 | 3 students
251 Russell St
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-7162
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-7162
Gr: K-2 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
251 Russell St
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49651, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49651, MI include Lake City Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49651?
1 public elementary schools are located in 49651.
What is the racial composition of students in 49651?
49651 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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