For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,979 students in 48875, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 745 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 48875, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48875, MI are Westwood Elementary School, Portland High School and Portland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48875 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48875, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48875, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
883 Cross St
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2989
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2989
Gr: 3-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Portland High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Ionia Rd
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2981
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2981
Gr: 9-12 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Portland Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
745 Storz St
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2985
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2985
Gr: 6-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
500 Oak St
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2991
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2991
Gr: PK-2 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
48875, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Portland Community Education (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1100 Ionia Road
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2987
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2987
Gr: Inquire with school | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48875, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48875, MI include Westwood Elementary School, Portland High School and Portland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48875?
4 public schools are located in 48875.
What percentage of students in 48875 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 48875 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48875?
48875 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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