For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,374 students in 48823, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48823, MI are Whitehills Elementary School, Glencairn School and Robert L Green Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48823 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48823, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48823, MI Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whitehills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
621 Pebblebrook Ln
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7900
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7900
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Rank: #22.
Glencairn School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
939 N Harrison Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7930
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7930
Grades: PK-5
| 299 students
Rank: #33.
Robert L Green Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1811 Pinecrest Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7870
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7870
Grades: PK-5
| 302 students
Rank: #44.
Marble School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
729 N Hagadorn Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7860
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7860
Grades: PK-5
| 298 students
Rank: #55.
Macdonald Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1601 Burcham Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7600
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7600
Grades: 6-8
| 864 students
Rank: #66.
Cole Academy East
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2921 E Coleman Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 580-3470
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 580-3470
Grades: K-5
| 180 students
Rank: #77.
Red Cedar School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1110 Narcissus Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-5060
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-5060
Grades: PK-5
| 194 students
Rank: #88.
Donley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2961 E Lake Lansing Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7370
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7370
Grades: PK-5
| 266 students
Rank: #99.
Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2875 Eyde Pkwy
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 451-3023
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 451-3023
Grades: 6-12
| 682 students
48823, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1120 S Harrison Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1118 South Harrison Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Hector Garcia Academy (Closed 2009)
Charter School
4660 S Hagadorn Rd Ste 500
East Lansing, MI 48823
East Lansing, MI 48823
Grades: PK-2
| n/a students
2875 Eyde Pkwy
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 381-5062
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 381-5062
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
1460 Middlevale Road
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7480
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7480
Grades: K-2
| 269 students
5150 Wardcliff Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 706-5600
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 706-5600
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48823, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48823, MI include Whitehills Elementary School, Glencairn School and Robert L Green Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48823?
9 public elementary schools are located in 48823.
What is the racial composition of students in 48823?
48823 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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