For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,146 students in 48624, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48624, MI are Gladwin Junior High School and Gladwin Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48624 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48624, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48624, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gladwin Junior High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 N Bowery Ave
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-3808
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-3808
Gr: 6-8 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Gladwin Intermediate School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
780 W 1st St
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-4531
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-4531
Gr: 3-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
600 W 1st St
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7771
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7771
Gr: PK-2 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
48624, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gladwin Community Alternative High School (Closed 2026)
Alternative School
3982 W M 61
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7341
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 426-7341
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48624, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48624, MI include Gladwin Junior High School and Gladwin Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48624?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48624.
What is the racial composition of students in 48624?
48624 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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