For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,370 students in Harrison Township, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Harrison Township, MI are Donald J Yacks Elementary School, South River Elementary School and Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harrison Township, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Harrison Township have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Harrison Township, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Donald J Yacks Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
34700 Union Lake Rd
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 493-5630
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 493-5630
Grades: PK-5
| 310 students
Rank: #22.
South River Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27733 S River Rd
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6480
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6480
Grades: K-5
| 526 students
Rank: #33.
Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
38495 Prentiss St
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6450
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6450
Grades: PK-5
| 267 students
Rank: #44.
Middle School Central
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
38000 Reimold St
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6430
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6430
Grades: 6-8
| 552 students
Rank: #55.
Marie C Graham Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25555 Crocker Blvd
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6460
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6460
Grades: PK-5
| 326 students
Rank: #66.
Middle School South
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
34641 Jefferson Ave
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 493-5620
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 493-5620
Grades: 6-8
| 389 students
Harrison Township, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
27155 Lanse Creuse St
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6323
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6323
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Lakeside Alternative Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
27041 L'anse Creuse Road
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6420
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6420
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Harrison Township, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Harrison Township, MI include Donald J Yacks Elementary School, South River Elementary School and Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Harrison Township?
6 public elementary schools are located in Harrison Township.
What is the racial composition of students in Harrison Township?
Harrison Township public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Harrison Township are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Harrison Township include: Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School vs. South River Elementary School, South River Elementary School vs. Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School, Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School vs. Donald J Yacks Elementary School
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