For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 3,410 students in 49221, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49221, MI are Madison Elementary School, Maurice Spear Campus and Madison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49221 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49221, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49221, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3498 Treat Hwy
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0744
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0744
Gr: PK-5 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Maurice Spear Campus
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2910 Airport Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-5021
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-5021
Gr: 4-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Madison Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3498 Treat Hwy
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0743
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0743
Gr: 6-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Sutton Early Learning Center
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2780 Sutton Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 423-2367
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 423-2367
Gr: PK-3 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
158 S Scott St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8544
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8544
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #66.
Milton C Porter Educational Center
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2946 Sutton Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-8931
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-8931
Gr: PK-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #77.
Alexander Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
520 Cherry St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9533
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9533
Gr: K-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Springbrook Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
615 Springbrook Ave
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0543
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0543
Gr: 6-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #99.
Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2568 Airport Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-5082
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-5082
Gr: PK-5 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1010.
Michener Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
104 Dawes Ave
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9002
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9002
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
49221, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Comstock School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
801 East Maumee St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2468
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2468
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49221, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49221, MI include Madison Elementary School, Maurice Spear Campus and Madison Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49221?
10 public elementary schools are located in 49221.
What is the racial composition of students in 49221?
49221 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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