For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 715 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 34% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48847, MI Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 E Arcada St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Grades: 3-6
| 305 students
Rank: #22.
Giresd Center Programs
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
720 N Kinney Ave
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Grades: PK-12
| 162 students
Rank: n/an/a
South Elementary School
Magnet School
400 Webster St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Grades: PK-2
| 248 students
48847, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1131 East Center St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-5101
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-5101
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 20 students
Ithaca Ischool Alternative High School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
710 N Union St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Grades: 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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