For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,129 students in 48820, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48820, MI are David Scott Elementary School, Dewitt Middle School and Dewitt High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48820 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48820, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48820, MI Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David Scott Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
804 Wilson St
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3400
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3400
Gr: 2-3 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Dewitt Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2957 W Herbison Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3200
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Dewitt High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13601 Panther Dr
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3100
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 962 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Herbison Woods Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3147 W Herbison Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3300
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3300
Gr: 4-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
1721 Schavey Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3500
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3500
Gr: PK-1 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
48820, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
205 West Washington St
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3460
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3460
Gr: PK-K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48820, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48820, MI include David Scott Elementary School, Dewitt Middle School and Dewitt High School.
How many public schools are located in 48820?
5 public schools are located in 48820.
What is the racial composition of students in 48820?
48820 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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