Best Ithaca Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 702 students in Ithaca, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ithaca, MI are North Elementary School and Giresd Center Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ithaca, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ithaca have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Ithaca, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
201 E Arcada St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-3047
Gr: 3-6 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Giresd Center Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1500 Pine Ave
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
Gr: PK-2 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Ithaca, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ithaca, MI include North Elementary School and Giresd Center Programs.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ithaca?
3 public elementary schools are located in Ithaca.
What is the racial composition of students in Ithaca?
Ithaca public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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