For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 136 students in 49238, MI.
The top-ranked public school in 49238, MI is Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 49238 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49238, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49238, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
252 Deerfield Rd
Deerfield, MI 49238
(517) 447-3215
Deerfield, MI 49238
(517) 447-3215
Gr: PK-8 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
49238, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
252 Deerfield Rd
Deerfield, MI 49238
(517) 447-3015
Deerfield, MI 49238
(517) 447-3015
Gr: K-12 | 267 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49238, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49238, MI include Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building.
How many public schools are located in 49238?
1 public schools are located in 49238.
What is the racial composition of students in 49238?
49238 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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