For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 162 students in West Olive, MI.
The top-ranked public school in West Olive, MI is Sheldon Woods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Olive, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in West Olive have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in West Olive, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheldon Woods Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15050 Blair St
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-1700
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
12120 Fillmore St
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-4130
West Olive, MI 49460
(616) 786-4130
Gr: 3-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in West Olive, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in West Olive, MI include Sheldon Woods Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in West Olive?
2 public schools are located in West Olive.
What is the racial composition of students in West Olive?
West Olive public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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