For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 835 students in Olivet, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Olivet, MI are Fern Persons Elementary School and Olivet Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Olivet, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Olivet have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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 Olivet, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fern Persons Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4425 W Butterfield Hwy
Olivet, MI 49076
(269) 749-4611
Olivet, MI 49076
(269) 749-4611
Gr: PK-3 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Olivet Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
255 First St
Olivet, MI 49076
(269) 749-9953
Olivet, MI 49076
(269) 749-9953
Gr: 4-8 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Olivet, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Olivet, MI include Fern Persons Elementary School and Olivet Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Olivet?
2 public elementary schools are located in Olivet.
What is the racial composition of students in Olivet?
Olivet public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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