For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,263 students in 48438, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48438, MI are Oaktree Elementary School and Goodrich Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48438 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48438, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48438, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oaktree Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7500 Gale Rd
Goodrich, MI 48438
(810) 591-5200
Goodrich, MI 48438
(810) 591-5200
Gr: 2-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Goodrich Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7480 Gale Rd
Goodrich, MI 48438
(810) 591-4210
Goodrich, MI 48438
(810) 591-4210
Gr: 6-8 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
7501 Seneca St
Goodrich, MI 48438
(810) 591-3455
Goodrich, MI 48438
(810) 591-3455
Gr: PK-1 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48438, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48438, MI include Oaktree Elementary School and Goodrich Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48438?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48438.
What is the racial composition of students in 48438?
48438 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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