For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,229 students in 49330, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 350 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 49330, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49330, MI are Kent City High School, Kent City Virtual Academy and Kent City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49330 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49330, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49330, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kent City High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
351 N Main St
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Grades: 6-12
| 389 students
Rank: #22.
Kent City Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
351 N Main St
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Grades: 6-12
| 22 students
Rank: #33.
Kent City Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
29 College St
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4181
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4181
Grades: PK-5
| 554 students
Rank: #44.
Kent City Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
285 N Main St
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4214
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4214
Grades: 6-8
| 264 students
49330, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
200 Clover Street
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4680
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4680
Grades: PK-10
| 3 students
29 College Street
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4181
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4181
Grades: PK-3
| 356 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49330, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49330, MI include Kent City High School, Kent City Virtual Academy and Kent City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49330?
4 public schools are located in 49330.
What percentage of students in 49330 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 49330 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49330?
49330 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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