For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,175 students in 48847, MI (there are , serving 91 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 48847, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48847, MI are Ithaca High School, North Elementary School and Giresd Center Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48847 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48847, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48847, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ithaca High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
710 N Union St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3373
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3373
Gr: 7-12 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
North Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 E Arcada St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Gr: 3-6 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Giresd Center Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Pine Ave
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Gr: PK-12 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
400 Webster St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Gr: PK-2 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
48847, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ithaca Alternative Education High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
125 S. Maple Street
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-2550
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-2550
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
710 N Union St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Gr: 7-12 | 130 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48847, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48847, MI include Ithaca High School, North Elementary School and Giresd Center Programs.
How many public schools are located in 48847?
4 public schools are located in 48847.
What percentage of students in 48847 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 48847 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48847?
48847 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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