For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,255 students in 48895, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48895, MI are Williamston Middle School and Williamston Explorer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48895 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48895, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48895, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Williamston Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3845 Vanneter Rd
Williamston, MI 48895
(517) 655-4668
Williamston, MI 48895
(517) 655-4668
Gr: 6-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Williamston Explorer Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
416 Highland St
Williamston, MI 48895
(517) 655-2174
Williamston, MI 48895
(517) 655-2174
Gr: 3-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
350 Highland St
Williamston, MI 48895
(517) 655-2855
Williamston, MI 48895
(517) 655-2855
Gr: PK-2 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48895, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48895, MI include Williamston Middle School and Williamston Explorer Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48895?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48895.
What is the racial composition of students in 48895?
48895 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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