For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,348 students in 49080, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49080, MI are Gilkey Elementary School, Plainwell High School and Renaissance High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49080 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49080, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49080, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gilkey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
707 S Woodhams St
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2424
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2424
Grades: PK-5
| 393 students
Rank: #22.
Plainwell High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
684 102nd Ave
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-9554
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-9554
Grades: 9-12
| 815 students
Rank: #33.
Renaissance High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
798 E Bridge St
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-8911
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-8911
Grades: K-12
| 84 students
Rank: #44.
Plainwell Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
720 Brigham St
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-5813
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-5813
Grades: 6-8
| 596 students
Rank: #55.
Starr Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 School Dr
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-5835
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-5835
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
49080, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Michigan Career And Technical Institute High School (Closed 2010)
Vocational School
11611 Pine Lake Rd
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 664-4461
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 664-4461
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
600 School Dr
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 873-4848
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 873-4848
Grades: K-12
| 135 students
Plainwell Young Adult Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
101 1/2 S. Main Street
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2095
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2095
Grades: Inquire with school
| 7 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49080, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49080, MI include Gilkey Elementary School, Plainwell High School and Renaissance High School.
How many public schools are located in 49080?
5 public schools are located in 49080.
What is the racial composition of students in 49080?
49080 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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