For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,022 students in 49837, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49837, MI are James T Jones Elementary School and Gladstone Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49837 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49837, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49837, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James T Jones Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 S 10th St
Gladstone, MI 49837
(906) 428-3660
Gladstone, MI 49837
(906) 428-3660
Gr: 3-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Gladstone Area Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 S 10th St
Gladstone, MI 49837
(906) 428-2295
Gladstone, MI 49837
(906) 428-2295
Gr: 6-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
803 29th St
Gladstone, MI 49837
(906) 428-2314
Gladstone, MI 49837
(906) 428-2314
Gr: K-2 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49837, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49837, MI include James T Jones Elementary School and Gladstone Area Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49837?
3 public elementary schools are located in 49837.
What is the racial composition of students in 49837?
49837 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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