For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 543 students in 49421, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49421, MI are David C Outwin Middle School and Patricia St Clair Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49421 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49421, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49421, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David C Outwin Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
96 S Division St
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6475
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6475
Gr: 6-8 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Patricia St Clair Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
96 S Division St
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6615
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6615
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
49421, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hesperia Community Education (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
96 S Division St
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6185
Hesperia, MI 49421
(231) 854-6185
Gr: 7-12 | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49421, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49421, MI include David C Outwin Middle School and Patricia St Clair Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49421?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49421.
What is the racial composition of students in 49421?
49421 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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