For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,560 students in 48451, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48451, MI are Hyatt Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Linden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48451 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48451, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48451, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hyatt Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
325 Stan Eaton Dr
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-8180
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-8180
Gr: PK-3 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7199 Silver Lake Rd
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-8410
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-8410
Gr: 4-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Linden Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15425 Lobdell Rd
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-0710
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-0710
Gr: 6-8 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Linden Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 S Bridge St
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-9130
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-9130
Gr: PK-3 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48451, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48451, MI include Hyatt Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Linden Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48451?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48451.
What is the racial composition of students in 48451?
48451 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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