For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 324 students in 49043, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49043, MI are Covert High School, Covert Elementary School and Covert Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49043 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49043, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49043, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Covert High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
35323 M 140 Hwy
Covert, MI 49043
(269) 764-3711
Covert, MI 49043
(269) 764-3711
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Covert Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
35323 M 140 Hwy
Covert, MI 49043
(269) 764-3739
Covert, MI 49043
(269) 764-3739
Gr: PK-5 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Covert Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
35323 M 140 Hwy
Covert, MI 49043
(269) 764-3739
Covert, MI 49043
(269) 764-3739
Gr: 6-8 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49043, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49043, MI include Covert High School, Covert Elementary School and Covert Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49043?
3 public schools are located in 49043.
What is the racial composition of students in 49043?
49043 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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