For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,827 students in 48917, MI (there are 5 private schools, serving 911 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 48917, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 48917, MI are Waverly Middle School, Delta Center Elementary School and Lifetech Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48917 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 48917, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 48917, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waverly Middle School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
620 Snow Rd
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7240
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7240
Grades: 6-8
| 500 students
Rank: #22.
Delta Center Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
305 South Canal Rd
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 925-5540
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 925-5540
Grades: K-4
| 472 students
Rank: #33.
Lifetech Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
912 Greyhound Dr
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 325-5469
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 325-5469
Grades: K-12
| 375 students
Rank: #44.
Waverly Senior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
160 Snow Rd
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 323-3831
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 323-3831
Grades: 9-12
| 974 students
Rank: #55.
Elmwood Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1533 Elmwood Rd
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3383
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3383
Grades: 1-4
| 369 students
Rank: #66.
Windemere Park Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3100 West Saginaw St
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 327-0700
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 327-0700
Grades: K-8
| 594 students
Rank: #77.
Insight School Of Michigan
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
526 S Creyts Rd, Ste A
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 580-0020
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 580-0020
Grades: 9-12
| 598 students
Rank: #88.
Winans Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5401 W Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-2371
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-2371
Grades: 1-5
| 392 students
Rank: #99.
East Intermediate School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3131 West Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-8830
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-8830
Grades: 5-6
| 371 students
Rank: n/an/a
4344 West Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 323-3777
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 323-3777
Grades: PK-1
| 182 students
48917, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Grand Ledge Adult Education High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
7050 West Saginaw Hwy
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7781
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7781
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2920 W. Kalamazoo
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-1751
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-1751
Grades: 9-12
| 121 students
St Vincent Home (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
2800 West Willow St
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 244-1354
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 244-1354
Grades: K-12
| 21 students
1500 Boynton Dr
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3543
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3543
Grades: K-4
| 200 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48917, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48917, MI include Waverly Middle School, Delta Center Elementary School and Lifetech Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48917, MI?
10 public schools are located in 48917, MI.
What percentage of students in 48917, MI go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 48917, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48917, MI?
48917, MI public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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