For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,760 students in 49307, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 280 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 49307, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49307, MI are Riverview Elementary School, Mecostaosceola Education Center and Big Rapids High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49307 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49307, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49307, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
509 Willow Ave
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-2550
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-2550
Grades: PK-4
| 421 students
Rank: #22.
Mecostaosceola Education Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15700 190th Ave
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-3543
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-3543
Grades: PK-12
| 100 students
Rank: #33.
Big Rapids High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21175 15 Mile Rd
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-7651
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-7651
Grades: 9-12
| 714 students
Rank: #44.
Brookside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
210 Escott St
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-8323
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-8323
Grades: PK-4
| 417 students
Rank: #55.
Big Rapids Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 N Warren Ave
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-9965
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-9965
Grades: 5-8
| 646 students
Rank: #66.
Crossroads Charter Academy 612
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
215 Spruce St W
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-9041
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-9041
Grades: 6-12
| 150 students
Rank: #77.
Big Rapids Virtual School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14980 215th Ave
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-3489
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-3489
Grades: K-12
| 152 students
Rank: #88.
Crossroads Charter Academy K5
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 N State St
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-6589
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-6589
Grades: K-5
| 160 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mecostaosceola Career Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
15830 190th Ave
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-5805
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-5805
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
49307, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15760 190th Ave
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-3543
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-3543
Grades: PK
| n/a students
501 W. Bridge Street
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-6234
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-6234
Grades: 1-5
| 237 students
Mecosta-osceola Alternative Education Center (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
15800 190th Avenue
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-4410
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-4410
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
15760 190th Ave
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-3543
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-3543
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49307, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49307, MI include Riverview Elementary School, Mecostaosceola Education Center and Big Rapids High School.
How many public schools are located in 49307?
9 public schools are located in 49307.
What percentage of students in 49307 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 49307 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49307?
49307 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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