For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,192 students in Auburn, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Auburn, MI are Auburn Elementary School and Western Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Auburn, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Auburn have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 Public Elementary Schools in Auburn, MI (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Auburn Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 E Midland Rd
Auburn, MI 48611
(989) 662-4921
Auburn, MI 48611
(989) 662-4921
Gr: K-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Western Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 W Midland Rd
Auburn, MI 48611
(989) 662-4489
Auburn, MI 48611
(989) 662-4489
Gr: 6-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Auburn, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Auburn, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Auburn, MI include Auburn Elementary School and Western Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Auburn?
2 public elementary schools are located in Auburn.
What is the racial composition of students in Auburn?
Auburn 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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