For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,040 students in 48888, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48888, MI are Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School and Central Montcalm Middle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48888 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48888, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48888, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1488 S Sheridan Rd
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2300
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2300
Gr: 3-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Central Montcalm Middle High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1480 S Sheridan Rd
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2100
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2100
Gr: 6-12 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Montcalm Area Isd Transition Center
Special Education School
618 W Main St
Stanton, MI 48888
(616) 225-6158
Stanton, MI 48888
(616) 225-6158
Gr: Inquire with school | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
48888, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1480 South Sheridan Rd
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2200
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Isd Early Childhood Services (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
621 North New St
Stanton, MI 48888
(616) 558-5740
Stanton, MI 48888
(616) 558-5740
Gr: PK
710 North State St
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2400
Stanton, MI 48888
(989) 831-2400
Gr: K-2 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48888, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48888, MI include Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School and Central Montcalm Middle High School.
How many public schools are located in 48888?
3 public schools are located in 48888.
What is the racial composition of students in 48888?
48888 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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