For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,129 students in 48847, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 85 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 48847, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 48847, MI are Ithaca High School, Giresd Center Programs and North Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48847 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 48847, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 48847, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ithaca High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
710 North Union St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3373
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3373
Grades: 7-12
| 481 students
Rank: #22.
Giresd Center Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
720 North Kinney Ave
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Grades: PK-12
| 107 students
Rank: #33.
North Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 East Arcada St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Grades: 3-6
| 314 students
Rank: n/an/a
400 Webster St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Grades: PK-2
| 227 students
48847, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1131 East Center St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-5101
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-5101
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Ithaca Alternative Education High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
125 S. Maple Street
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-2550
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-2550
Grades: 9-12
| 20 students
Ithaca Ischool Alternative High School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
710 N Union St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Grades: 7-12
| 130 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48847, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48847, MI include Ithaca High School, Giresd Center Programs and North Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48847, MI?
4 public schools are located in 48847, MI.
What percentage of students in 48847, MI go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 48847, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48847, MI?
48847, MI public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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