For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 961 students in 49098, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49098, MI are Watervliet Middle School and North Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49098 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49098, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49098, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Watervliet Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 E Saint Joseph St
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0780
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0780
Grades: 6-8
| 297 students
Rank: #22.
North Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
287 West Baldwin Ave
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0824
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0824
Grades: 3-5
| 317 students
Rank: n/an/a
433 Lucinda Ln
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0820
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0820
Grades: PK-2
| 347 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49098, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49098, MI include Watervliet Middle School and North Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49098?
3 public elementary schools are located in 49098.
What is the racial composition of students in 49098?
49098 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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