For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,480 students in 48891, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48891, MI are Vestaburg Community High School and Vestaburg Community Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48891 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48891, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48891, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vestaburg Community High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Avenue B
Vestaburg, MI 48891
(989) 268-5343
Vestaburg, MI 48891
(989) 268-5343
Gr: 6-12 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Vestaburg Community Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Avenue B
Vestaburg, MI 48891
(989) 268-5284
Vestaburg, MI 48891
(989) 268-5284
Gr: PK-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School
Alternative School
7188 Avenue B
Vestaburg, MI 48891
(989) 268-5353
Vestaburg, MI 48891
(989) 268-5353
Gr: 9-12 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48891, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48891, MI include Vestaburg Community High School and Vestaburg Community Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48891?
4 public schools are located in 48891.
What is the racial composition of students in 48891?
48891 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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