For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,164 students in Mason, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mason, MI are Alaiedon Elementary School, North Star School and Mason Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mason, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mason have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Mason, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alaiedon Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1723 Okemos Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6499
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6499
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
North Star School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
611 Hagadorn Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1354
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1354
Gr: K-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Mason Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
235 Temple St
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6514
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6514
Gr: 6-8 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Heartwood School
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
625 Hagadorn Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1404
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1404
Gr: PK-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
North Aurelius Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 N Aurelius Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6506
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6506
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Steele Street Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
531 Steele St
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6510
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6510
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Ingham Isd Asd Programs
Special Education School
1811 Pinecrest Dr
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1247
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1247
Gr: PK-8 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Ingham Isd Ei Programs
Special Education School
1264 Adams St
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1354
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1354
Gr: K-5 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Mason, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mason, MI include Alaiedon Elementary School, North Star School and Mason Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mason?
8 public elementary schools are located in Mason.
What is the racial composition of students in Mason?
Mason public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Mason are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Mason include: North Aurelius Elementary School vs. Alaiedon Elementary School, North Aurelius Elementary School vs. Steele Street Elementary School, Steele Street Elementary School vs. Alaiedon Elementary School
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