For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,701 students in 48917, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48917, MI are Delta Center Elementary School, Windemere Park Charter Academy and Elmwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48917 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48917, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48917, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delta Center Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
305 S Canal Rd
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 925-5540
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 925-5540
Gr: K-4 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Windemere Park Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3100 W Saginaw St
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 327-0700
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 327-0700
Gr: K-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Elmwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1533 Elmwood Rd
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3383
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3383
Gr: 1-4 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Waverly Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
620 Snow Rd
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7240
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7240
Gr: 6-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Winans Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5401 W Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-2371
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-2371
Gr: 1-4 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
East Intermediate School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3131 W Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-8830
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-8830
Gr: 5-6 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
48917, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Grand Ledge Adult Education High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
7050 West Saginaw Hwy
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7781
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7781
Gr: 9-12
2920 W. Kalamazoo
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-1751
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-1751
Gr: 9-12 | 121 students Minority enrollment: 60%
St. Vincent Home (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2800 West Willow St
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 244-1354
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 244-1354
Gr: K-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
1500 Boynton Dr
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3543
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3543
Gr: K-4 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48917, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48917, MI include Delta Center Elementary School, Windemere Park Charter Academy and Elmwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48917?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48917.
What is the racial composition of students in 48917?
48917 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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