For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,144 students in 48847, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 91 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 48847, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48847, MI are Ithaca High School, North Elementary School and Giresd Center Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48847 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48847, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48847, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ithaca High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
710 N Union St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3373
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3373
Gr: 7-12 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
North Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 E Arcada St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Gr: 3-6 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Giresd Center Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Pine Ave
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Gr: PK-12 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
400 Webster St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Gr: PK-2 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
48847, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ithaca Alternative Education High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
125 S. Maple Street
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-2550
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-2550
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
710 N Union St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Gr: 7-12 | 130 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48847, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48847, MI include Ithaca High School, North Elementary School and Giresd Center Programs.
How many public schools are located in 48847?
4 public schools are located in 48847.
What percentage of students in 48847 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 48847 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48847?
48847 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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