For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,498 students in 49544, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49544, MI are Walker Charter Academy, Kenowa Hills High School and Kenowa Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49544 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49544, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49544, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walker Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1801 3 Mile Rd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-2700
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-2700
Gr: K-8 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Kenowa Hills High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3825 Hendershot Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 784-2400
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 784-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Kenowa Hills Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3950 Hendershot Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-3225
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-3225
Gr: 6-8 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Link Learning Kenowa Hills
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3233 Alpine Avenue Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 244-3547
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 244-3547
Gr: 9-12 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 63:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Kenowa Hills Pathways High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3950 Hendershot Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 784-2511
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 784-2511
Gr: 9-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
49544, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2396 Hillside Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 363-3879
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 363-3879
Gr: K-4
9181 Kenowa Avenue Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 254-6170
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 254-6170
Gr: K-1 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49544, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49544, MI include Walker Charter Academy, Kenowa Hills High School and Kenowa Hills Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49544?
5 public schools are located in 49544.
What is the racial composition of students in 49544?
49544 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).