For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 500 students in 48872, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48872, MI are Perry Elementary Early Learning Center and Perry Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48872 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48872, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48872, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Perry Elementary Early Learning Center
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 N Watkins
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-3101
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-3101
Gr: PK-2 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Perry Upper Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2775 W Britton Rd
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-6196
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-6196
Gr: 3-6 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
48872, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Morriceperry Adult And Alternative Education High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Bennett Dr
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-6116
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-6116
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
401 North Watkins
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-0238
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-0238
Gr: PK
2665 West Britton Rd
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-6116
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-6116
Gr: 9-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48872, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48872, MI include Perry Elementary Early Learning Center and Perry Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48872?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48872.
What is the racial composition of students in 48872?
48872 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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