Schools in Zip Code 49428

Jenison, Michigan (zip code 49428) is home to 9 schools within the highly-rated Jenison Public Schools district, serving elementary through high school students in an affluent suburban community where all schools outperform state averages.

For parents, the standout elementary options are Bauerwood School, Rosewood School, and Pinewood School. Bauerwood ranks highest at #71 in Michigan with exceptional 6th grade math (77.8% proficiency) and 5th grade social studies (70.7%), while Rosewood achieves the district's best attendance (6.2% chronic absenteeism) and Pinewood showed the most improvement, jumping to #117. Sandy Hill School and Bursley School rank lowest among elementaries (#291 and #262 respectively) and have the highest poverty rates, though they still beat state averages. JIA Elementary is the smallest school (83 students) and struggles most with math proficiency.

At the secondary level, Jenison High School is the flagship, ranked #59 in Michigan with a 97.1% graduation rate and SAT scores more than double the state average in math. Jenison Junior High School shows strong 8th grade math (65.3% proficiency) but experiences a "middle school dip" by 11th grade. Jenison Innovation Academy presents a paradox—it achieves a 100% graduation rate and strong ELA scores, but its math proficiency lags dramatically (26.3% in 8th grade PSAT vs. 63.4% district average), likely due to its small enrollment and specialized curriculum. Notably, higher spending doesn't guarantee better results: Bursley spends the most per student ($18,983) yet ranks below Rosewood, which spends the least ($14,740). The district's social studies programs are a hidden gem, with elementary scores nearly triple the state average.