For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,500 students in 48059, MI (there are , serving 106 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 48059, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48059, MI are Edison Elementary School, Keewahdin Elementary School and Fort Gratiot Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48059 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48059, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48059, MI 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3559 Pollina Ave
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6507
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6507
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Keewahdin Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4801 Lakeshore Rd
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6517
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6517
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Fort Gratiot Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3985 Keewahdin Rd
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6544
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6544
Gr: 6-8 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
48059, Michigan 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3835 Franklin St
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6521
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6521
Gr: K-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48059, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48059, MI include Edison Elementary School, Keewahdin Elementary School and Fort Gratiot Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48059?
3 public schools are located in 48059.
What percentage of students in 48059 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 48059 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48059?
48059 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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