For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,155 students in 48444, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48444, MI are Borland Elementary School and Imlay City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48444 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48444, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48444, MI Public Elementary 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 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
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 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
275 Weston St
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9812
Imlay City, MI 48444
(810) 724-9812
Gr: PK-2 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48444, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48444, MI include Borland Elementary School and Imlay City Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48444?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48444.
What is the racial composition of students in 48444?
48444 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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