For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,636 students in 48473, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48473, MI are Rankin Elementary School, Syring Elementary School and Morrish Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48473 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48473, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48473, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rankin Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3459 Mundy Ave
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4605
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4605
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Syring Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5300 Oakview Dr
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1301
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1301
Gr: PK-2 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Morrish Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5055 Maple Ave
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-3702
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-3702
Gr: K-2 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Swartz Creek Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8230 Crapo St
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1705
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1705
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Dieck Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2239 Van Vleet Rd
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-5271
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-5271
Gr: 2-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8230 Crapo St
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4380
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4380
Gr: PK-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Elms Road Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3259 S Elms Rd
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1249
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1249
Gr: 3-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48473, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48473, MI include Rankin Elementary School, Syring Elementary School and Morrish Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48473?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48473.
What is the racial composition of students in 48473?
48473 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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