For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,500 students in 48059, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48059, MI are Edison Elementary School, Keewahdin Elementary School and Fort Gratiot Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48059 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48059, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48059, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3559 Pollina Ave
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6507
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6507
Grades: PK-5
| 424 students
Rank: #22.
Keewahdin Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4801 Lakeshore Rd
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6517
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6517
Grades: PK-5
| 526 students
Rank: #33.
Fort Gratiot Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3985 Keewahdin Rd
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6544
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6544
Grades: 6-8
| 550 students
48059, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3835 Franklin St
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6521
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6521
Grades: K-5
| 237 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48059, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48059, MI include Edison Elementary School, Keewahdin Elementary School and Fort Gratiot Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48059?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48059.
What is the racial composition of students in 48059?
48059 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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