For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,175 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 34%), 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48847, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ithaca High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
710 N Union St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3373
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3373
Grades: 7-12
| 454 students
Rank: #22.
North Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 E Arcada St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Grades: 3-6
| 307 students
Rank: #33.
Giresd Center Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Pine Ave
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Grades: PK-12
| 182 students
Rank: n/an/a
400 Webster St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Grades: PK-2
| 232 students
48847, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1131 East Center St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-5101
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-5101
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 20 students
710 N Union St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3700
Grades: 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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