Best Public Schools in Zip Code 49445

The 49445 zip code area is home to 10 schools across three school districts - Reeths-Puffer Schools, North Muskegon Public Schools, and Whitehall District Schools. The schools include 4 elementary, 3 middle, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.

The North Muskegon Elementary School and North Muskegon Middle School stand out, with significantly higher test scores compared to the state and district averages, particularly in math and English language arts. The North Muskegon High School is also a top performer, ranking in the top 20% of Michigan high schools with higher graduation rates, lower dropout rates, and better test scores than the other high schools in the area.

In contrast, the ReethsPuffer High School and the schools in the Reeths-Puffer district generally have lower test scores and higher free and reduced lunch rates compared to the North Muskegon schools. The White Lake Area Community Education alternative school also stands out, with the highest spending per student but lower test scores and graduation rates. Overall, the data suggests that the North Muskegon Public Schools district may be providing a higher-quality education compared to the Reeths-Puffer Schools district in this area.