For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,287 students in 48001, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48001, MI are Algonac Alternative Education, Algonquin Elementary School and Algonac Juniorsenior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48001 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48001, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48001, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Algonac Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9541 Phelps Rd
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-4911
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-4911
Gr: 7-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Algonquin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9185 Marsh Rd
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-9317
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-9317
Gr: 2-6 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Algonac Juniorsenior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5200 Taft Rd
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-4911
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-4911
Gr: 7-12 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
Millside Elementary School
Magnet School
1904 Mill St
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-8880
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-8880
Gr: PK-1 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
48001, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1300 Saint Clair Blvd
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-4991
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-4991
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
9185 Marsh Rd
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-9317
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-9317
Gr: 6-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Blue Water Learning Academy (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
9541 Phelps
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-8067
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-8067
Gr: 7-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48001, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48001, MI include Algonac Alternative Education, Algonquin Elementary School and Algonac Juniorsenior High School.
How many public schools are located in 48001?
4 public schools are located in 48001.
What is the racial composition of students in 48001?
48001 public schools minority enrollment is 4% 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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