For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,017 students in 48723, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48723, MI are Highland Pines School, Schall Elementary School and Caro Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48723 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48723, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48723, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Pines School
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1381 Cleaver Rd
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-5200
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-5200
Gr: PK-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Schall Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
325 E Frank St
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3168
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3168
Gr: 3-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Caro Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
299 N Hooper St
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3167
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3167
Gr: 6-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
303 N Hooper St
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3169
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3169
Gr: PK-2 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48723, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48723, MI include Highland Pines School, Schall Elementary School and Caro Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48723?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48723.
What is the racial composition of students in 48723?
48723 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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