For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,532 students in 48883, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48883, MI are Shepherd High School, Shepherd Middle School and Shepherd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48883 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48883, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48883, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shepherd High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 S 4th St
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Gr: 9-12 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Shepherd Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 S Chippewa St
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6003
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6003
Gr: 6-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Shepherd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 S 4th St
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-5998
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-5998
Gr: K-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Flextech High School Shepherd
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
380 W Blanchard Rd
Shepherd, MI 48883
(810) 206-3260
Shepherd, MI 48883
(810) 206-3260
Gr: 8-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48883, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48883, MI include Shepherd High School, Shepherd Middle School and Shepherd Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48883?
4 public schools are located in 48883.
What is the racial composition of students in 48883?
48883 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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