For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,462 students in 48457, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 48457, MI are Carter Elementary School, Hillmccloy High School and Kuehnhaven Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48457 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48457, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48457, MI 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carter Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Park St
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8841
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8841
Gr: PK-4 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Hillmccloy High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Nanita Dr
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8821
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8821
Gr: 8-12 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Kuehnhaven Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
303 Ray St
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8831
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8831
Gr: 4-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Montrose Alternative Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
150 Saginaw St
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8840
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8840
Gr: 8-12 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 52:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48457, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48457, MI include Carter Elementary School, Hillmccloy High School and Kuehnhaven Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48457?
4 public schools are located in 48457.
What is the racial composition of students in 48457?
48457 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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