For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 899 students in 49042, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49042, MI are Constantine Alternative Education, Riverside Elementary School and Constantine Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49042 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49042, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49042, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Constantine Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Peachtree St
Constantine, MI 49042
(269) 435-9030
Constantine, MI 49042
(269) 435-9030
Grades: 6-12
| 84 students
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 W 6th St
Constantine, MI 49042
(269) 435-8950
Constantine, MI 49042
(269) 435-8950
Grades: 3-5
| 272 students
Rank: #33.
Constantine Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
260 W 6th St
Constantine, MI 49042
(269) 435-8940
Constantine, MI 49042
(269) 435-8940
Grades: 6-8
| 273 students
Rank: n/an/a
935 White Pigeon Rd
Constantine, MI 49042
(269) 535-1966
Constantine, MI 49042
(269) 535-1966
Grades: PK-2
| 270 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49042, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49042, MI include Constantine Alternative Education, Riverside Elementary School and Constantine Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49042?
4 public elementary schools are located in 49042.
What is the racial composition of students in 49042?
49042 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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