For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,288 students in 48097, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 48097, MI are Yale Elementary School, Yale Junior High School and Yale Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48097 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48097, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 48097, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Yale Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Grades: PK-5
| 342 students
Rank: #22.
Yale Junior High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
198 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Grades: 6-8
| 409 students
Rank: #33.
Yale Senior High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
247 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Grades: 9-12
| 526 students
Rank: #44.
Phoenix Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
247 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Grades: 6-12
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48097, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48097, MI include Yale Elementary School, Yale Junior High School and Yale Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 48097?
4 public schools are located in 48097.
What is the racial composition of students in 48097?
48097 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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