For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,442 students in 48423, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 388 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 48423, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48423, MI are Hill Elementary School, Gates Elementary School and Davison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48423 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48423, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48423, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hill Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
404 Aloha St
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-0839
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-0839
Gr: K-4 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Gates Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2359 S Irish Rd
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-5001
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-5001
Gr: 1-4 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Davison Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 S Dayton St
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-0528
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-0528
Gr: 7-8 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Siple Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9286 E Coldwater Rd
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-5104
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-5104
Gr: K-4 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Davison High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1250 N Oak Rd
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-3539
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-3539
Gr: 9-12 | 1,623 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #66.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 S State Rd
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-0818
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-0818
Gr: 1-4 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #77.
Hahn Intermediate School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 S Dayton St
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-1104
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-1104
Gr: 5-6 | 812 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
Davison Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1250 N Oak Rd
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-1022
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-1022
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
617 E Clark St
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-0911
Davison, MI 48423
(810) 591-0911
Gr: PK-K | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48423, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48423, MI include Hill Elementary School, Gates Elementary School and Davison Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48423?
9 public schools are located in 48423.
What percentage of students in 48423 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 48423 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48423?
48423 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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