For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,192 students in 48842, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48842, MI are Wilcox Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Elliott Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48842 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48842, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48842, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilcox Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1650 Laurelwood Dr
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0249
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0249
Gr: K-4 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5776 Holt Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4224
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4224
Gr: K-4 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Elliott Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4200 Bond Ave
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2106
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2106
Gr: K-4 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4429 Sycamore St
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2185
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2185
Gr: K-4 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
Washington Woods Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2055 S Washington Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0250
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0250
Gr: 5-6 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #66.
Hope Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Park Ln
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2194
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2194
Gr: 5-6 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
48842, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Edtrek Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
4610 Spahr Avenue
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-3329
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-3329
Gr: 9-12 | 66 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Holt Central High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2168 Cedar St
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-1515
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-1515
Gr: 9-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
5780 Holt Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4370
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4370
Gr: 12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48842, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48842, MI include Wilcox Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Elliott Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48842?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48842.
What is the racial composition of students in 48842?
48842 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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