For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,367 students in 48446, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 182 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 48446, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48446, MI are Chatfield School, Turrill Elementary School and Ck Schickler Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48446 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48446, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48446, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chatfield School
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
231 Lake Dr
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-8970
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-8970
Grades: PK-8
| 482 students
Rank: #22.
Turrill Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
785 S Elm St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2438
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2438
Grades: PK-5
| 380 students
Rank: #33.
Ck Schickler Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2020 W Oregon St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2440
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2440
Grades: PK-5
| 500 students
Rank: #44.
Lapeer High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
933 S Saginaw St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2418
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2418
Grades: 10-12
| 1,118 students
Rank: #55.
Elva Lynch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2035 Roods Lake Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2448
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2448
Grades: PK-5
| 433 students
Rank: #66.
Zemmer Campus 89
(Math: 27% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1920 W Oregon St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2413
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2413
Grades: 8-9
| 636 students
Rank: #77.
Rolland Warner Campus 67
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3145 W Genesee St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 538-2334
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 538-2334
Grades: 6-7
| 607 students
Rank: #88.
Center For Innovation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
170 Millville Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2453
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2453
Grades: PK-12
| 198 students
Rank: n/an/a
Strive Transition Program
Special Education School
25 W Nepessing St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-6616
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-6616
Grades: Inquire with school
| 9 students
Rank: n/an/a
Thumb Correctional Facility
Alternative School
3225 John Conley Dr
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2045
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2045
Grades: 9-12
| 4 students
48446, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
300 North Elba Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2436
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2436
Grades: K-3
| n/a students
250 2nd Street
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2446
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2446
Grades: PK-3
| 289 students
170 Millville Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2423
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2423
Grades: 9-12
| 964 students
2020 Imlay City Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2444
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2444
Grades: PK-5
| 260 students
302 Plum Creek Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2442
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2442
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
5065 Coldwater Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 793-6264
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 793-6264
Grades: K-5
| 261 students
333 Demille Blvd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2413
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2413
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48446, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48446, MI include Chatfield School, Turrill Elementary School and Ck Schickler Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48446?
10 public schools are located in 48446.
What percentage of students in 48446 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 48446 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48446?
48446 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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