For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 593 students in 49245, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49245, MI are Lillian Fletcher Elementary School and Homer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49245 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49245, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 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 49245, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lillian Fletcher Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
291 W Fulton St
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4452
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4452
Grades: K-4
| 329 students
Rank: #22.
Homer Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
403 S Hillsdale St
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4456
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4456
Grades: 5-8
| 264 students
49245, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Homer Comm. Alt. Education High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
403 South Hillsdale St
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4464
Homer, MI 49245
(517) 568-4464
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49245, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49245, MI include Lillian Fletcher Elementary School and Homer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49245?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49245.
What is the racial composition of students in 49245?
49245 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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