For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 721 students in 48847, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48847, MI are North Elementary School and Giresd Center Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48847 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48847, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48847, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 E Arcada St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Gr: 3-6 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Giresd Center Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Pine Ave
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Gr: PK-12 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
400 Webster St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Gr: PK-2 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
48847, Michigan 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ithaca Alternative Education High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
125 S. Maple Street
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-2550
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-2550
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
710 N Union St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Gr: 7-12 | 130 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48847, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48847, MI include North Elementary School and Giresd Center Programs.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48847?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48847.
What is the racial composition of students in 48847?
48847 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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