For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 752 students in 49045, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49045, MI are Davis Elementary School and Decatur Jr Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49045 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49045, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49045, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Davis Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
409 N Phelps St
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6950
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6950
Gr: K-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Decatur Jr Sr High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
110 Cedar St
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Gr: 6-12 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
49045, Michigan 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Decatur Alternative Choice School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
312 School Street
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6145
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6145
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
405 North Phelps St
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Gr: 6-8 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49045, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49045, MI include Davis Elementary School and Decatur Jr Sr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49045?
2 public elementary schools are located in 49045.
What is the racial composition of students in 49045?
49045 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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