For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 947 students in 48883, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48883, MI are Shepherd Middle School and Shepherd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48883 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48883, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48883, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shepherd Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
350 S Chippewa St
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Grades: 6-8
| 387 students
Rank: #22.
Shepherd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 S 4th St
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Grades: PK-5
| 560 students
48883, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
418 West Blanchard Rd
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 866-6741
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 866-6741
Grades: K-8
| 114 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48883, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48883, MI include Shepherd Middle School and Shepherd Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48883?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48883.
What is the racial composition of students in 48883?
48883 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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