For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 3,488 students in 48910, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 254 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 48910, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48910, MI are Cavanaugh School, Cole Academy and Holly Park Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48910 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48910, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48910, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cavanaugh School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 W Cavanaugh Rd
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1250
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1250
Gr: PK-3 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Cole Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1915 W Mount Hope Ave
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 372-0038
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 372-0038
Gr: K-5 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Holly Park Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Express Ct
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 882-9585
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 882-9585
Gr: K-8 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Forest View School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3119 Stoneleigh Dr
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1330
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1330
Gr: PK-4 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Everett High School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Stabler St
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1080
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1080
Gr: 9-12 | 1,017 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Lyons School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Lyons Ave
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1480
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1480
Gr: PK-4 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #77.
Capital Area K12 Online
(Math: 3% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4501 Pleasant Grove Rd
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1650
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1650
Gr: K-12 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Beekman Center
Special Education School
2901 Wabash Rd
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1170
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1170
Gr: PK-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Ingham Academyfamily Center
Alternative School
1601 W Holmes Rd
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 352-2692
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 352-2692
Gr: 7-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
Lansing Learning Hub
Alternative School
4501 Pleasant Grove Rd
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1600
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 755-1600
Gr: K-12 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 102:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48910, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48910, MI include Cavanaugh School, Cole Academy and Holly Park Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48910?
12 public schools are located in 48910.
What percentage of students in 48910 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 48910 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48910?
48910 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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