For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,076 students in 48842, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48842, MI are Wilcox Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Elliott Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48842 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48842, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48842, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilcox Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1650 Laurelwood Dr
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0249
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0249
Gr: K-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5776 Holt Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4224
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4224
Gr: K-4 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Elliott Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4200 Bond Ave
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2106
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2106
Gr: K-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4429 Sycamore St
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2185
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2185
Gr: K-4 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Washington Woods Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2055 S Washington Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0250
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0250
Gr: 5-6 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Hope Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Park Ln
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2194
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2194
Gr: 5-6 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48842, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48842, MI include Wilcox Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Elliott Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48842?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48842.
What is the racial composition of students in 48842?
48842 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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