For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,947 students in 48623, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48623, MI are Freeland Elementary School and Freeland Middle Schoolhigh School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48623 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48623, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48623, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Freeland Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
710 Powley Dr
Freeland, MI 48623
(989) 695-5371
Freeland, MI 48623
(989) 695-5371
Gr: 2-6 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Freeland Middle Schoolhigh School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8250 Webster Rd
Freeland, MI 48623
(989) 695-2586
Freeland, MI 48623
(989) 695-2586
Gr: 6-12 | 897 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
307 S 3rd St
Freeland, MI 48623
(989) 695-5721
Freeland, MI 48623
(989) 695-5721
Gr: PK-1 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48623, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48623, MI include Freeland Elementary School and Freeland Middle Schoolhigh School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48623?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48623.
What is the racial composition of students in 48623?
48623 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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