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Best 49221 Michigan Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 4,744 students in 49221, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 760 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 49221, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49221, MI are Jclisd Academy A Regional Middle College, Adrian Community High School and Madison High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49221 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49221, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 49221, MI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jclisd Academy A Regional Middle College
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1372 N Main St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-1661
Gr: 9-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Adrian Community High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
801 E Maumee St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-1332
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Madison High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3498 Treat Hwy
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0742
Gr: 9-12 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3498 Treat Hwy
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0744
Gr: PK-5 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Maurice Spear Campus
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2910 Airport Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-5021
Gr: 4-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Madison Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3498 Treat Hwy
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0743
Gr: 6-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Adrian High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
785 Riverside Ave
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2181
Gr: 8-12 | 804 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #88.
Sutton Early Learning Center
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2780 Sutton Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 423-2367
Gr: PK-3 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #99.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
158 S Scott St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8544
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1010.
Milton C Porter Educational Center
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2946 Sutton Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-8931
Gr: PK-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #1111.
Alexander Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
520 Cherry St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9533
Gr: K-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1212.
Springbrook Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
615 Springbrook Ave
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0543
Gr: 6-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #1313.
Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2568 Airport Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-5082
Gr: PK-5 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1414.
Michener Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
104 Dawes Ave
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9002
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Gus Harrison Correctional Facility
Alternative School
2727 E Beecher St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-3900
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Lisd Tech Center
Vocational School
1372 N Main St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2108
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 49221, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49221, MI include Jclisd Academy A Regional Middle College, Adrian Community High School and Madison High School.
How many public schools are located in 49221?
16 public schools are located in 49221.
What percentage of students in 49221 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 49221 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49221?
49221 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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