For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 963 students in 48616, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48616, MI are Big Rock Elementary School and Chesaning Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48616 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48616, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48616, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Rock Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
920 E Broad St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2430
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2430
Gr: PK-3 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Chesaning Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
431 N 4th St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-7040
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-7040
Gr: 4-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48616, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48616, MI include Big Rock Elementary School and Chesaning Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48616?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48616.
What is the racial composition of students in 48616?
48616 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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