For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,634 students in 48838, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48838, MI are Cedar Crest Elementary School, Baldwin Heights School and Lincoln Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48838 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48838, 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 48838, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Crest Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
622 S Cedar St
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3641
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3641
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Baldwin Heights School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
821 W Oak St
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3643
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3643
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12420 Lincoln Lake Rd Ne
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9167
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9167
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Walnut Hills Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
712 N Walnut St
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3688
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3688
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Greenville Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1321 Chase St
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9361
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9361
Gr: 5-8 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Flat River Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9481 Jordan Rd
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9360
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9360
Gr: PK-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #77.
Seiter Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1401 E Van Deinse St
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 225-4826
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 225-4826
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
48838, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9481 Jordan Road
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9360
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9360
Gr: K-7 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
West Michigan Virtual - Greenville High School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
8153 Satterlee Rd
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 712-6227
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 712-6227
Gr: 9-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48838, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48838, MI include Cedar Crest Elementary School, Baldwin Heights School and Lincoln Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48838?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48838.
What is the racial composition of students in 48838?
48838 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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