For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 889 students in 48529, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48529, MI are Gladys Dillon Elementary School, West Bendle Elementary School and Bendle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48529 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48529, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48529, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gladys Dillon Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1197 E Schumacher St
Burton, MI 48529
(810) 591-3590
Burton, MI 48529
(810) 591-3590
Gr: K-3 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
West Bendle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4020 Cerdan Dr
Burton, MI 48529
(810) 591-0880
Burton, MI 48529
(810) 591-0880
Gr: 3-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Bendle Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2294 E Bristol Rd
Burton, MI 48529
(810) 591-3385
Burton, MI 48529
(810) 591-3385
Gr: 6-8 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
South Bendle Elementary School
Magnet School
4341 Larkin Dr
Burton, MI 48529
(810) 591-0620
Burton, MI 48529
(810) 591-0620
Gr: PK-2 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48529, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48529, MI include Gladys Dillon Elementary School, West Bendle Elementary School and Bendle Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48529?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48529.
What is the racial composition of students in 48529?
48529 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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