For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,246 students in 48831, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48831, MI are Ovidelsie Middle School, Ee Knight Elementary School and Michigan International Prep School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48831 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48831, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48831, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ovidelsie Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4041 N Hollister Rd
Elsie, MI 48831
(989) 862-4238
Elsie, MI 48831
(989) 862-4238
Gr: 6-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Ee Knight Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
215 N Tyler Dr
Elsie, MI 48831
(989) 862-5170
Elsie, MI 48831
(989) 862-5170
Gr: 3-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Michigan International Prep School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8989 E Colony Rd
Elsie, MI 48831
(586) 291-5856
Elsie, MI 48831
(586) 291-5856
Gr: K-12 | 1,657 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48831, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48831, MI include Ovidelsie Middle School, Ee Knight Elementary School and Michigan International Prep School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48831?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48831.
What is the racial composition of students in 48831?
48831 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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