For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,676 students in 48461, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48461, MI are North Branch Elementary School and Ruth Fox Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48461 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48461, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48461, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Branch Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4055 Elm Creek Rd
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-3041
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-3041
Grades: PK-4
| 944 students
Rank: #22.
Ruth Fox Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6570 Brush St
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-3284
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-3284
Grades: 5-8
| 732 students
48461, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6600 Brush St
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-4431
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-4431
Grades: 7-8
| 358 students
P.o. Box 3620
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 793-4320
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 793-4320
Grades: K-2
| 119 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48461, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48461, MI include North Branch Elementary School and Ruth Fox Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48461?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48461.
What is the racial composition of students in 48461?
48461 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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