For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,727 students in 48823, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 618 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 48823, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 48823, MI are Glencairn School, Whitehills Elementary School and Marble School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48823 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 48823, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 48823, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Glencairn School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
939 N Harrison Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7930
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7930
Grades: PK-5
| 271 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Whitehills Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
621 Pebblebrook Ln
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7900
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7900
Grades: PK-5
| 283 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Marble School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2961 E Lake Lansing Rd, Bldg A
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7860
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7860
Grades: K-5
| 320 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Robert L Green Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1811 Pinecrest Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7870
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7870
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Rank: #55.
East Lansing High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
509 Burcham Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7500
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,216 students
Rank: #66.
Macdonald Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 Burcham Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7600
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7600
Grades: 6-8
| 864 students
Rank: #77.
Great Lakes Learning High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2875 Eyde Pkwy
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 451-3023
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 451-3023
Grades: 9-12
| 418 students
Rank: #88.
Cole East
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2921 E Coleman Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 580-3470
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 580-3470
Grades: K-5
| 178 students
Rank: #99.
Donley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2961 E Lake Lansing Rd, Bldg B
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7370
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7370
Grades: PK-5
| 271 students
Rank: #1010.
Great Lakes Learning Mshs
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2875 Eyde Pkwy, Ste 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 451-3023
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 451-3023
Grades: 6-12
| 500 students
Rank: n/an/a
1110 Narcissus Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-5060
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-5060
Grades: PK-4
| 117 students
48823, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1120 S Harrison Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1118 South Harrison Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Hector Garcia Academy (Closed 2009)
Charter School
4660 S Hagadorn Rd Ste 500
East Lansing, MI 48823
East Lansing, MI 48823
Grades: PK-2
| n/a students
2875 Eyde Pkwy
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 381-5062
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 381-5062
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
1460 Middlevale Road
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7480
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7480
Grades: K-2
| 269 students
5150 Wardcliff Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 706-5600
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 706-5600
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48823, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48823, MI include Glencairn School, Whitehills Elementary School and Marble School.
How many public schools are located in 48823, MI?
11 public schools are located in 48823, MI.
What percentage of students in 48823, MI go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 48823, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48823, MI?
48823, MI public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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