For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,585 students in 49036, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49036, MI are Jefferson Elementary School, Legg Middle School and Lakeland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49036 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49036, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49036, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15 Vans Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5970
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5970
Gr: 2-3 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Legg Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
175 Green St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5940
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5940
Gr: 6-8 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Lakeland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
235 Western Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5980
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5980
Gr: 4-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Waldron Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
214 Bishop Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5821
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5821
Gr: PK-12 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Pansophia Academy
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
52 Abbott Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-4686
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-4686
Gr: K-12 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
Larsen Elementary School
Magnet School
25 Parkhurst Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5960
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5960
Gr: PK-1 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
49036, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bisd Sp. Ed. Programs In Local Districts (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
214 Bishop Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5800
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5800
Gr: K-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Camp Branch Elementary School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
19 4th St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 278-3204
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 278-3204
Gr: 9-12
Coldwater Adult & Secondary Learning Academy (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
70 Tibbits St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5900
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Dorothy Legg Learning Center (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
212 Bishop Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5830
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5830
Gr: 6-12
1011 School Drive
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 297-5965
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 297-5965
Gr: Inquire with school | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
70 Tibbits St
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5975
Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 279-5975
Gr: K-3 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49036, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49036, MI include Jefferson Elementary School, Legg Middle School and Lakeland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49036?
6 public elementary schools are located in 49036.
What is the racial composition of students in 49036?
49036 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).