For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,709 students in 48879, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48879, MI are Riley Elementary School, Eureka School and Clinton County Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48879 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48879, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 48879, MI Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5935 West Pratt Rd
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-5100
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-5100
Grades: PK-5
| 315 students
Rank: #22.
Eureka School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7500 N Welling Rd
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4900
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4900
Grades: PK-5
| 138 students
Rank: #33.
Clinton County Education Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4179 S Us Highway 27
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 224-6831
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 224-6831
Grades: PK-12
| 49 students
Rank: #44.
Oakview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 S Clinton Ave
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4500
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 292 students
Rank: #55.
St. Johns Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 W Townsend Rd
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4300
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4300
Grades: 6-8
| 569 students
Rank: #66.
Gateway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
915 N Lansing St
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4600
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4600
Grades: PK-5
| 346 students
48879, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1013 South Us Hwy 27
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 224-6831
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 224-6831
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
East Essex School (Closed 2010)
Magnet School
5531 W. Lowe Road
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4700
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4700
Grades: K-2
| 84 students
2583 Green Rd
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4800
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4800
Grades: K-12
| 82 students
Turning Point Youth Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
101 West Townsend Rd
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 224-1177
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 224-1177
Grades: 5-12
| 53 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48879, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48879, MI include Riley Elementary School, Eureka School and Clinton County Education Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48879?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48879.
What is the racial composition of students in 48879?
48879 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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