For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 635 students in 48850, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48850, MI are Lakeview Elementary School and Lakeview Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48850 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48850, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48850, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9497 Paden Rd
Lakeview, MI 48850
(989) 352-8021
Lakeview, MI 48850
(989) 352-8021
Gr: PK-3 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Lakeview Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
516 Washington St
Lakeview, MI 48850
(989) 352-8016
Lakeview, MI 48850
(989) 352-8016
Gr: 4-7 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
48850, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48850, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48850, MI include Lakeview Elementary School and Lakeview Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48850?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48850.
What is the racial composition of students in 48850?
48850 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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