For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 174 students in West Olive, MI.
The top ranked public elementary school in West Olive, MI is Sheldon Woods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Olive, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in West Olive have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in West Olive, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sheldon Woods Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15050 Blair St
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-1700
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-1700
Grades: PK-5
| 153 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
12120 Fillmore St
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-4130
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-4130
Grades: 3-12
| 21 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in West Olive, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in West Olive, MI include Sheldon Woods Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in West Olive?
2 public elementary schools are located in West Olive.
What is the racial composition of students in West Olive?
West Olive public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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