For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,249 students in 48442, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 33 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 48442, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48442, MI are Holly Academy, Rose Pioneer Elementary School and Holly High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48442 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48442, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48442, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holly Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
820 Academy Rd
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 634-5554
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 634-5554
Gr: PK-8 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Rose Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7110 Milford Rd
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 328-3800
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 328-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Holly High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6161 E Holly Rd
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 328-3200
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 328-3200
Gr: 8-12 | 1,001 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Holly Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14470 N Holly Rd
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 328-3400
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 328-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Patterson Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3231 Grange Hall Rd
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 328-3700
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 328-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Holly Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
801 E Maple St
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 328-3600
Holly, MI 48442
(248) 328-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48442, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48442, MI include Holly Academy, Rose Pioneer Elementary School and Holly High School.
How many public schools are located in 48442?
6 public schools are located in 48442.
What percentage of students in 48442 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 48442 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48442?
48442 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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