For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,375 students in 48827, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48827, MI are Lockwood Elementary School, Island City Academy and Greyhound Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48827 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48827, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 48827, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lockwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
810 Greyhound Dr
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8194
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8194
Grades: PK-3
| 325 students
Rank: #22.
Island City Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6421 S Clinton Trl
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-0111
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-0111
Grades: K-8
| 197 students
Rank: #33.
Greyhound Intermediate School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
805 Greyhound Dr
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-9192
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-9192
Grades: 3-5
| 358 students
Rank: #44.
Eaton Rapids Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
815 Greyhound Dr
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8151
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8151
Grades: 6-8
| 418 students
Rank: #55.
Greyhound Central Performance Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
912 Greyhound Dr
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-1138
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-1138
Grades: 3-12
| 77 students
48827, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
912 Greyhound Dr
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8155
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8155
Grades: 6-12
| 98 students
400 Dexter Rd
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-2571
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-2571
Grades: 2-3
| 341 students
501 Union Street
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8169
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8169
Grades: K-4
| 255 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48827, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48827, MI include Lockwood Elementary School, Island City Academy and Greyhound Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48827?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48827.
What is the racial composition of students in 48827?
48827 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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