For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 721 students in 48847, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48847, MI are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 48847 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48847, 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 Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48847, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 elementary schools in 48847, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48847, MI include North Elementary School and Giresd Center Programs.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48847?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48847.
What is the racial composition of students in 48847?
48847 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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