For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,808 students in Rockwood, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rockwood, MI are Chapman Elementary School, Parsons Elementary School and Shumate Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rockwood, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rockwood have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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 Rockwood, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chapman Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31500 Olmstead Rd
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-6380
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-6380
Gr: PK-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Parsons Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14473 Middle Gibraltar Rd
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7050
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7050
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Shumate Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
30448 W Jefferson Ave
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7600
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 839 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Rockwood, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rockwood, MI include Chapman Elementary School, Parsons Elementary School and Shumate Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rockwood?
4 public elementary schools are located in Rockwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Rockwood?
Rockwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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