For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,758 students in 48444, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 76 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 48444, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48444, MI are Borland Elementary School, Imlay City Middle School and Imlay City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48444 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48444, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48444, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Borland Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 W Borland Rd
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9813
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9813
Gr: 3-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Imlay City Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
495 W 1st St
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9811
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9811
Gr: 6-8 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Imlay City High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Norlin Dr
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9810
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9810
Gr: 9-12 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Venture High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2061 S Almont Ave
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9815
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9815
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
275 Weston St
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9812
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9812
Gr: PK-2 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48444, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48444, MI include Borland Elementary School, Imlay City Middle School and Imlay City High School.
How many public schools are located in 48444?
5 public schools are located in 48444.
What percentage of students in 48444 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 48444 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48444?
48444 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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