For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,551 students in 49401, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 364 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 49401, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49401, MI are Evergreen Elementary School, Allendale Middle School and Allendale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49401 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49401, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49401, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10690 Learning Ln
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-3465
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-3465
Gr: PK-3 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Allendale Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7161 Pleasant View Ct
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-5595
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-5595
Gr: 6-8 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Allendale High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10760 68th Ave
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-5585
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-5585
Gr: 8-12 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Oakwood Intermediate
(Math: 40% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10505 Learning Ln
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-3475
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-3475
Gr: K-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #55.
New Options High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10760 68th Ave
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-5575
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-5575
Gr: 9-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 51:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
10455 Timberline Dr
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-5580
Allendale, MI 49401
(616) 892-5580
Gr: PK-K | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49401, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49401, MI include Evergreen Elementary School, Allendale Middle School and Allendale High School.
How many public schools are located in 49401?
6 public schools are located in 49401.
What percentage of students in 49401 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 49401 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49401?
49401 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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