For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,207 students in 49431, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 191 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 49431, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49431, MI are Developmental Classroomswsesd, Ludington High School and Oj Dejonge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49431 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49431, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49431, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Developmental Classroomswsesd
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2130 W Us Highway 10
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 898-1608
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 898-1608
Gr: K-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Ludington High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
707 Anderson St
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 845-3880
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 845-3880
Gr: 9-12 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Oj Dejonge Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
706 E Tinkham Ave
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 845-3810
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 845-3810
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Ludington Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5771 W Bryant Rd
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 845-3820
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 845-3820
Gr: PK-5 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
2130 W Us Highway 10
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 843-5935
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 843-5935
Gr: 11-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 45:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Sewsesd
Special Education School
2130 W Us Highway 10
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 898-1608
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 898-1608
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49431, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49431, MI include Developmental Classroomswsesd, Ludington High School and Oj Dejonge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49431?
6 public schools are located in 49431.
What percentage of students in 49431 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 49431 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49431?
49431 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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