For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,588 students in 49401, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49401, MI are Evergreen Elementary School, Allendale Middle School and Oakwood Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49401 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49401, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49401, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10690 Learning Ln
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-3465
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-3465
Grades: PK-3
| 577 students
Rank: #22.
Allendale Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7161 Pleasant View Ct
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-5595
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-5595
Grades: 6-8
| 565 students
Rank: #33.
Oakwood Intermediate
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10505 Learning Ln
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-3475
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-3475
Grades: K-5
| 358 students
Rank: #44.
Ottawa Area Center
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10160 96th Ave
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 895-4303
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 895-4303
Grades: PK-12
| 88 students
49401, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Oaisd Community Based Early Childhood (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
10160 96th Ave
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 738-8940
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 738-8940
Grades: PK
| n/a students
10690 Learning Ln
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-3470
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-3470
Grades: K-3
| 386 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49401, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49401, MI include Evergreen Elementary School, Allendale Middle School and Oakwood Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49401?
4 public elementary schools are located in 49401.
What is the racial composition of students in 49401?
49401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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