For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 620 students in 48622, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48622, MI are Farwell Elementary School and Farwell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48622 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48622, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48622, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farwell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
268 E Ohio St
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9916
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9916
Gr: PK-3 | 314 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Farwell Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Ohio St
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9915
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9915
Gr: 4-7 | 306 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
48622, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
399 E Michigan St
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9913
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9913
Gr: 10-12 | 64 students Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48622, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48622, MI include Farwell Elementary School and Farwell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48622?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48622.
What is the racial composition of students in 48622?
48622 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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