For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 208 students in 48873, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 128 private students). 62% of all K-12 students in 48873, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 48873, MI is Pewamowestphalia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 48873 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48873, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48873, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pewamowestphalia Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
430 W Jefferson St
Pewamo, MI 48873
(989) 593-3488
Pewamo, MI 48873
(989) 593-3488
Gr: PK-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48873, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48873, MI include Pewamowestphalia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48873?
1 public schools are located in 48873.
What percentage of students in 48873 go to public school?
62% of all K-12 students in 48873 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48873?
48873 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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