For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 792 students in 48429, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48429, MI are Durand Middle School and Robert Kerr School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48429 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48429, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48429, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Durand Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9550 E Lansing Rd
Durand, MI 48429
(989) 288-3435
Durand, MI 48429
(989) 288-3435
Gr: 6-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Robert Kerr School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9591 E Monroe Rd
Durand, MI 48429
(989) 288-2805
Durand, MI 48429
(989) 288-2805
Gr: 2-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
930 W Main St
Durand, MI 48429
(989) 288-2016
Durand, MI 48429
(989) 288-2016
Gr: PK-1 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48429, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48429, MI include Durand Middle School and Robert Kerr School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48429?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48429.
What is the racial composition of students in 48429?
48429 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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