For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,911 students in 48843, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48843, MI are Pathway School, Northwest Elementary School and Southwest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48843 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48843, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48843, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pathway School
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1429 W Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-6240
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-6240
Grades: PK-12
| 55 students
Rank: #22.
Northwest Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1233 Bower St
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6297
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6297
Grades: PK-5
| 424 students
Rank: #33.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
915 Gay St
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6288
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6288
Grades: K-5
| 545 students
Rank: #44.
Hartland Virtual Academy
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9525 E Highland Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(810) 626-2140
Howell, MI 48843
(810) 626-2140
Grades: 6-12
| 21 students
Rank: #55.
Voyager Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1450 Byron Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 552-7500
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 552-7500
Grades: PK-5
| 521 students
Rank: #66.
Parker Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Wright Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 552-4600
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 552-4600
Grades: 6-8
| 751 students
Rank: #77.
Charyl Stockwell Academy
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9758 E Highland Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(810) 632-2200
Howell, MI 48843
(810) 632-2200
Grades: K-5
| 655 students
Rank: #88.
Highlander Way Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
511 N Highlander Way
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-8270
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-8270
Grades: 6-8
| 776 students
Rank: #99.
Challenger Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1066 W Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6375
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6375
Grades: K-5
| 459 students
Rank: #1010.
Three Fires Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4125 Crooked Lake Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6387
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6387
Grades: K-5
| 704 students
48843, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Adult Transition Building (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
1403 West Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-5550
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-5550
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1425 West Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-5550
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-5550
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Howell Community Education (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1400 W. Grand River
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6280
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6280
Grades: Inquire with school
| 93 students
Little Highlanders Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
861 E Sibley St
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 234-6477
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 234-6477
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1425 West Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-5550
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-5550
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
400 Wright Rd.
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6206
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6206
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Renaissance Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1413 West Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-6760
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-6760
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
861 East Sibley St
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6283
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6283
Grades: K-5
| 354 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48843, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48843, MI include Pathway School, Northwest Elementary School and Southwest Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48843?
10 public elementary schools are located in 48843.
What is the racial composition of students in 48843?
48843 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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