For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 675 students in 48189, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48189, MI are Livingston Classical Academy and Whitmore Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48189 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48189, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48189, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Livingston Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8877 Main St
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-2052
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-2052
Gr: K-12 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Whitmore Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1077 Barker Rd
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-2051
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-2051
Gr: K-6 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
48189, Michigan 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9036 East Mi State Road 36
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-4432
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-4432
Gr: 6-12
1077 Barker Rd
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-2051
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-2051
Gr: PK
8877 Main St
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-4715
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
(734) 449-4715
Gr: 6-7 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48189, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48189, MI include Livingston Classical Academy and Whitmore Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48189?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48189.
What is the racial composition of students in 48189?
48189 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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