For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 743 students in 48811, MI (there are , serving 96 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 48811, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48811, MI are Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy, Carson City Elementary School and Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48811 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48811, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48811, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
213 E Sherman St
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-3138
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-3138
Gr: 6-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 45:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Carson City Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
338 Eagle Ave
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-3130
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-3130
Gr: PK-3 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
213 E Sherman St
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-3138
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-3138
Gr: 4-8 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Carson Citycrystal High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
213 E Sherman St
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-3175
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-3175
Gr: 9-12 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Carson City Correctional Facility
Alternative School
10522 E Boyer Rd
Carson City, MI 48811
(517) 584-3941
Carson City, MI 48811
(517) 584-3941
Gr: 9-12
48811, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Boyer Road Correctional Facilty Elementary School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
10274 East Boyer Rd
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-3941
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-3941
Gr: 9-12
115 W Main Street
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-6927
Carson City, MI 48811
(989) 584-6927
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48811, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48811, MI include Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy, Carson City Elementary School and Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School.
How many public schools are located in 48811?
5 public schools are located in 48811.
What percentage of students in 48811 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 48811 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48811?
48811 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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